54 12 200 Removing and installing complete sunroof

Unclip and release harness (1) from interior light holder (2).

Fig 1: Locating Interior Light Holder Wiring Harness

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Release front drain tubes.

Fig 2: View Of Front Drain Tubes

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Release rear drain tubes.

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Drain Tubes

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Loosen 9 tolerance compensators (1).

Fig 4: Locating Tolerance Compensators

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Disconnect connector (1)

Remove bolts (2).

Fig 5: Disconnecting Connector

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Remove bolts (1).

Fig 6: Identifying Retaining Bolts

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CAUTION: Sunroof will require three people for removal.

Loosen 4 height adjuster screws (1).

Remove sunroof.

Install Hint:

Fig 7: Removing Sunroof

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NOTE:

A guide pin can be used at the front and rear of the sunroof, to aid positioning of sunroof to body when fitting.