54 37 015 Replacing middle roof shell seal: Notes

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 470

Installation: 

• Screws with sealing compound must be replaced and must not  be reused
• Thread of nut must be cleaned beforehand

New parts required:

• Seal
• Butylene thread dia. 4 mm and dia. 7 mm
• Butylene flat tape 1.5 mm x 15 mm

Measure gap dimensions in following areas with special tool 00 9 470:

1. between roof shell and trim strip
2. between front and middle trim strips

Note down gap dimensions.

Fig 1: Measuring Gap Dimensions With Special Tool

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Move into service position  
• Bring vehicle to garage/workshop temperature

Release retainers (2) with screwdriver and pull roof liner (1) off roof shell.

Installation: 

Retainers (2) must not be damaged and must be pre-installed.

Fig 2: Releasing Retainers With Screwdriver

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Release left and right screws (1).

Tightening torque: 54 37 01AZ, see 54 37 POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP .

Fig 3: Releasing Left And Right Screws

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Release screws (1) at rear left and right.

Tightening torque: 54 37 01AZ, see 54 37 POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP .

Pull seal off roof shell.

Fig 4: Identifying Screws At Rear Left And Right

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