Remove and install/replace left or right roof rail (version with slide/tilt sunroof) (X6 M)

Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Removal:

Head airbag must be released from one clamp in each case in order to access the front and center bolting points.

To detach the clamps, use special tool 72 0 020.

Push the left and right tabs together and pull clamp out.

Comply with NOTES on handling airbag systems.

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Release clamp (1).

Press head airbag slightly to the side and release nut (2).

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Release clamp (1).

Press head airbag slightly to the side and release nut (2).

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Slacken nut (1).

Remove roof rail upwards.

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Installation:

Install roof rails.

NOTE: The roof rails may only be inserted in the roof channel with light uniform pressure (do not use impact on the roof rails).

Sequence of screw connections: Center-rear-front .

Press head airbag slightly to the side and tighten nut (2).

Tightening torque 51 13 4AZ .

Secure clamp (1).

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Tighten nut (1).

Tightening torque 51 13 4AZ .

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Press head airbag slightly to the side and tighten nut (2).

Tightening torque 51 13 4AZ .

Secure clamp (1).

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Required follow-up work: