Removing and installing/replacing the railing on the left or right (version with panorama glass roof) (330i xDrive Wagon, 328d xDrive Wagon)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Lower ROOFLINER .

Release screws (1) and remove holder (2).

Undo bolts (3) and remove bracket (4).

Tightening torque 51 47 2AZ .

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 51 13 4AZ .

Installation note:

Sequence of screw connections:

Center Rear Front

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Remove roof railing (1) in direction of arrow.

Installation note:

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

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