51 37 240 Removing and installing or replacing outer window cavity cover strip for door window, rear left or right

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Special tools required:

00 9 311

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Open lid for retractable hardtop.

Open door window.

Detach window cavity cover strip (1) at clip (2).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clip (2).

Make sure water drain channels (3) are in correct position.

The weatherstrip (1) in area (A) must be sealed on the inner side with butyl tape.

Fig 1: Identifying Weatherstrip In Area On Inner Side

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Attach adhesive tape under window cavity cover strip (1) (damage to paintwork).

Starting at the rear, carefully lever weatherstrip (1) out of clips (2) on side panel with special tool 00 9 311.

IMPORTANT: The weatherstrip (1) can bend when lifted out too far.

Installation:

If one or several clips (2) detach from the vehicle body, they must be replaced.

If necessary, touch up any paintwork damage in the area of the detached clips (2).

Fig 2: Lever Weatherstrip Out Of Clips On Side Panel

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Installation:

Ensure seal (1) is correctly seated.

Fig 3: Identifying Seal

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