51 31 011 Replace windshield
Special tools required:
- 00 9 327
- 51 0 010
Attention!
- Notes on window bonding. Refer to GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR THE DISASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF BONDED WINDOW GLASS . .
- GENERAL PROCEDURE for dismantling/installation of affixed window glass
Removal is carried out with SPIDER .
The following new parts/CONSUMABLES are required (sourcing reference BMW product management parts).
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Windshield | 1 |
| Spacer buffer 5x5x20 mm | 10 |
| Large repair kit | 1 |
| Cover, windshield | 1 |
| Sika Activator 205 (for windshield cover) | 1 |
Preliminary work needed:
- Refer to REMOVING ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID .
- Refer to REMOVING WINDSHIELD PANEL COVER .
- Refer to REMOVING BOTH SIDES OF ROOF FRAME TRIMS .
- Refer to REMOVING INSIDE MIRROR .
- Refer to REMOVING TRIM PANEL FOR ROOF PILLAR (A-PILLAR) LEFT/RIGHT .
Depending on version:
Unplug plug connections (1 to 3).
Do not remount the rain-light solar and condensation sensor until after the windshield is disassembled.
Remove CAMERA .
Slide nylon string out of SPIDER along line (1) through adhesive bead.
For details on how to proceed, refer to: WINDOW REMOVAL WITH "SPIDER" .
A positioning pin (1) is located on the left and right at the top of the A-pillar area.
Positioning pin (1) is secured to windshield with double-sided adhesive tape.
Release positioning pin (1) from windshield using special tool 00 9 327 until nylon string (2) can be fed between positioning pin (1) and windshield.
Install the COVER/RUBBER FRAME (1) for the windshield.
Pre-treat adhesive area with Sika-Activator 205.
Remove the RAIN/LIGHT/SOLAR AND CONDENSATION SENSOR and immediately install on a new windshield.
To prevent windshield breakage and wind noise, completely remove any remnants of disassembled spacer buffers (1) and maintain the installation position exactly.
5 spacer buffers are fitted on each side.
Bond spacer buffer to window edge at points of equal distance.
For new side frame/A-pillar:
Roughen plastic adhesive area (1) on new part (without adhesive bead) using ScotchBrite Multiflex 51 91 0 402 967 emery pad.
Check expanding foam tape (1) for damage.
If required, stick new expanding foam tape (1) on the total width of dashboard.
Expanding foam tape (1) must be bonded above the aperture (2) for vehicle identification number.
Observe NOTES on component-bonding with adhesive tape!
Overview of windshield bonding:
| Cut | A-A | B-B | C-C |
|---|---|---|---|
| a [mm] = Position adhesive bead | 3±1 | 13 ±1 | 3±1 |
| b [mm] = Width adhesive bead | 7±1 | ||
| h [mm] = Height adhesive bead | 12-2 | ||
Place adhesive bead centrally on tolerance band.
x = approx. 200 mm (bead joint distance (1) to windshield outer edge)
Two glue cartridges are required.
In order that the second bead joint can also be set in bottom area of windshield, adhesive tape must be applied in a clockwise direction from the start (1).
Insert windshield (1) into body using positioning pin (2).
Fix windshield (1) at top using two yellow plastic adhesive tapes (2).
Preload on top of windshield to prevent wind noise:
Windshield (1) must be lower than roof outer skin (2). This is the only way to prevent wind noises.
Position special tool 51 0 010 in middle of vehicle depending on dimension (A) and check underprotrusion of windshield (1).
Windshield recess (A):
A= 2.5 ± 1 mm
X = Measurement stages 1... 4 mm
Only with camera-based driver support systems:
Carry out camera calibration via diagnostic system.
Under Service Functions menu:
- Driver assistance
- Camera-based driver support systems
- Calibration of camera-based driver support systems