Cut Out Front Fixed Element Of Panoramic Sliding Sunroof - AR77.21-P-0803-01S

Model 223 

with code 413 (Panoramic sliding sunroof/glass roof) 

	Risk of injury  due to snapping or warming up of cutting wire and due to splinters when cutting out glued panoramic roofs	Wear cut-proof gloves and safety glasses.	AS77.21-Z-0002-01A
Topical note	Notes on removal/installation of bonded elements of panoramic roof		AH77.21-P-0001-01A

Fig 1: Identifying Set Of Shields (222 589 01 31 00)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

1. Saw off an approx. 5 mm to 10 mm wide strip from front fixed element (1) (areas A, B, C).

   saw carefully.

   Otherwise the windshield may be damaged.

   Observe cutting depth when sawing.

   Otherwise, front panoramic sliding sunroof frame can be damaged.

   Use oscillating saw with round sawing blade.

2. Cut adhesive beads (2) with cutting wire.

   Cover adjacent paint surfaces with set of shields when cutting (areas A).

   Otherwise paint can be damage by cutting wire.

   Aid of helper required.

3. Remove front stationary element (1).

   Aid of helper required.