51 31 200 Removing and installing rear window (touring): Notes

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Remove rear spoiler, refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR SPOILER (TOURING) .

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Detach adhesive tapes (1) and expose leads (2).

Fig 2: Detaching Adhesive Tapes & Exposing Leads (1 Of 2)

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Detach adhesive tapes (1) and expose leads (2).

Fig 3: Detaching Adhesive Tapes & Exposing Leads (2 Of 2)

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Feed out rubber grommet (1) on left/right. Release nut (2) on left/right and detach cable (3).

Fig 4: Detaching Cable

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NOTE: This work step must be carried out with a second person assisting.

Loosen left/right screws (1).

If spacers are fitted, remove them and make a note of number.

Release screws (1) on left/right and remove rear window (2).

Place rear window (2) on a clean surface.

CAUTION: The rear window (with frame) must not be pulled or lifted by its plugs, wires or foil conductor (risk of damage).

Fig 5: Removing Rear Window

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Installation:

Replace retainer inserts (1).

Replace rubber mounts (2).

Fig 6: Identifying Retainer Inserts & Rubber Mounts

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Install rear window (1) and fix in place with screws (2).

Adjustment of rear window. .

Fig 7: Installing Rear Window

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