54 37 232 Removing and installing support block

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Move roof module into following intermediate station.

Fig 1: Moving Roof Module

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NOTE: Illustration shows removal of left side.
The right side is removed in the same way as the left side.

Lever out expansion rivets (1).

Remove trim (2) for support block.

Fig 2: Identifying Expansion Rivets And Trim

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Remove support block.

Fig 3: Identifying Support Block Nuts

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NOTE: Observe following work steps for installing support block:

Observe screwing sequence for support block (4).

Turn banjo bolt (2) back.

Tighten nut (1).

Tightening torque: 4, 5 Nm

Insert banjo bolt lock (2) until contact is made with body.

Tighten nut (3).

Tightening torque: 4, 5 Nm

Fig 4: Identifying Banjo Bolt Lock With Nut

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Release screw (1).

Move support element (2) upwards to maximum extent.

Insert screw (1) until contact is made.

It must still be possible to slide the support element (2).

Fig 5: Moving Support Element Upwards To Maximum Extent

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Insert screw (1) until contact is made.

It must still be possible to slide the guide element (2).

Stow roof module.

Storage element (3) adjusts itself to support height.

Guide element (2) slides into correct position.

Extend roof module until support block is accessible.

Tighten screws (1) and (4).

Fig 6: Sliding Guide Element

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Installation:

Install trim for support block.