Removing the windshield (safety vehicle)

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Electrostatic discharge .
Damage to or destruction of electrical components .

Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multi-pin connectors directly.
Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
For additional information see: NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components .
Scratches, surface damage .

Protect working area.
Handle tools and components carefully.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The following procedure forms the basis for these repair instructions and must be observed without fail.
For additional information see: GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR THE DISASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF BONDED WINDOW GLASS .

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Perform window removal using the "spider".
For additional information see: REMOVING WINDOWS WITH A "SPIDER" .

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING THE JET CHAIN PARTIALLY .
Refer to REMOVING HOOD .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT AND RIGHT GUTTER STRIP OF THE WINDSHIELD .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AT THE REAR LEFT .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE REAR RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT AND RIGHT WIPER ARM .
Refer to REMOVING THE COWL COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVERS FOR THE INTERIOR MIRROR .
Refer to REMOVING THE INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR .
Refer to PARTIALLY REMOVING THE RAIN-LIGHT-SOLAR-CONDENSATION SENSOR .
Refer to REMOVING A-PILLAR TRIM PANEL, LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVE THE KAFAS CAMERA (HIGH-END VERSION) .
Refer to REMOVING KAFAS CAMERA (MID VARIANT) .

CAUTION: Heavy component .
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage .

Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.

NOTE: The operations shown only for one side must be carried out on both sides.

Loosen nuts (1).
Remove the mounting plate (2).

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NOTE: The operations shown only for one side must be carried out on both sides.

Guide out retaining tabs (2).

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If necessary, disconnect any plug connections of the heated windshield in areas (1).
Tie back the unplugged cables with adhesive tape.

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Connect rubber seal (1) in the area (2) and lock.

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Protect windshield and roof outer skin against damage with plastic adhesive tape in areas (1) as shown.

CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATIONS

Yellow plastic adhesive tape

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If necessary, pull wiring harness (1) to the side and fix with plastic adhesive tape.
Protect both upper corners of the side panels (2) on the left and right sides against damage with plastic adhesive tape.

CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATIONS

Yellow plastic adhesive tape

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Mount a U-shaped knife (approx. 25 mm blade length, sourcing reference BMW Group parts sales) on the tool.
Sharpen knife blade on a running machine with the grinding stone (even with new knife blade).
Insert the knife carefully between the windshield and the body.
Run blade of knife parallel to windshield. Cut through adhesive bead as closely as possible to windshield.
Make absolutely sure that the windshield is not damaged when cutting it out.

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Only cut through the adhesive beads at the marked areas (1).

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Position the special tool 0 494 821 (51 0 100) over the windshield.
Lower the special tool 0 494 850 (51 0 104).
Release the clamping bolt (1) on the left and right.
Align the angle of the special tool 0 494 850 (51 0 104) roughly with the windshield.

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Position the special tool 0 494 850 (51 0 104) on the windshield such that the 4 suction cups rest on the upper part of the windshield.
Turn on the vacuum pump close the valve (1).

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
It is mandatory to observe the operating instructions for the special tool used.

Ensure that the needle (1) of the vacuum gauge lies in the green area.

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Carefully lift the windshield (1) in the upper area approx. 1 cm in direction of the arrow.

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Cut through the remaining adhesive bead in the lower corners (1) on the left and right side with the cutting wire (2).

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Lift windshield slightly with special tool 0 494 850 (51 0 104) in the direction of the arrow.
Check if the adhesive bead has been correctly cut through all around.
If necessary, carefully release or partially recut any adhesive residues when lifting.

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Lift windshield further forward with the special tool 0 494 850 (51 0 104) and carefully guide out in the direction of the arrow.
Secure windshield against falling with cargo straps (1).

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the windshield .
Prolonged storage of the windshield on the inside edge can damage the polycarbonate coating .

It is mandatory to turn the windshield over (while supporting it) and place it on the outer side before storing it for extended periods.

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Retract the special tool 0 494 821 (51 0 100) with the windshield.
Release the clamping bolt (1) on the left and right and align the windshield horizontally.
Swivel the cargo straps (2) over the windshield.
Lower the windshield over the prepared storage box (3) and place it into it.
Open the valve and turn off the vacuum pump.