51 32 170 Removing and installing/replacing door window glass, front left or right

Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Move door window glass (1) fully downwards.

Release multipoint head cap screws (2) on ring gear using special tool 51 3 240 .

Tightening torque 51 33 3AZ .

Installation note:

Make sure that door window glass (1) is correctly seated on window guide rail (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Door Window Glass, Window Guide Rail And Multipoint Head Cap Screws

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NOTE: Door window glass (3) remove for purposes of clarity.

Raise holder (1) at tab (2) and remove door window glass (3) in upward direction.

Installation note:

Make sure door window glass (1) is correctly seated in holder (2).

Fig 2: Removing Door Window Glass Tab

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Installation note: