51 13... Replacing bracket for roof luggage rack at left or right (Z3 coupe, M coupe): Notes
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Removing trim strip on roof frame at left or right, refer to 51 13 280 REMOVING AND INSTALLING TRIM STRIP ON LEFT OR RIGHT ROOF FRAME (Z3 COUPE, M COUPE)
Remove body sealing compound (1) with special tool 00 9 322 and unfasten threaded pin (2).