51 37 000 Removing and installing complete power window lifter from rear left and right sides

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Release rear door window glass (do not remove),

refer to 51 34 171 REPLACING REAR LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR WINDOW .

Plug connection (1) must be disconnected from window lifter (2).

Unscrew nuts (3).

Fig 1: Removing Window Lifter Nuts

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Lift out window lifter (1) with stay bolts (2).

Guide window lifter (1) with stay bolts (3) up to point (4) and remove.

Fig 2: Removing Window Lifter With Stay Bolts

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Replacement only:

Release screws (1).

Turn flat motor (2) and detach from window lifter (3).

Fig 3: Removing Flat Motor From Window Lifter

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