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Laying cutting wire around window glass

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IMPORTANT: Make sure the cutting wire is located at all four corner points below the window glass.
Check that the cutting wire is not caught on clamps or body.
Secure window glass on outside with adhesive tape against sliding.
Fig 1: Securing Cutting Wire Around Window Glass
G04749775Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
NOTE: Window glass (1) with installed seals (3) or molded-on surrounds:
  • Moisten cutting wire (4) and seals (3) on window glass (1) with water
  • Insert cutting wire (4) in bend (without kinking) between window glass(1) and body aperture (2)
    Fig 2: Inserting Cutting Wire Between Window Glass And Body Aperture
    G04749776Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.