51 37 000 Removing and installing complete rear left or right power window unit (convertible/coupe)

Special tools required: 

• 51 2 220 

See BODY EQUIPMENT - SPECIAL TOOLS (CONVERTIBLE/COUPE) or BODY EQUIPMENT - SPECIAL TOOLS (SEDAN) .

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove lower section of side trim at rear  
• Remove outer window cavity cover strip  

Disconnect plug connections on aerial amplifier (1).

Release screws (2) and remove connecting bracket (3).

Tightening torque 51 37 3AZ, see 51 37 SIDE WINDOWS, ELECTR. ACTUATED .

Installation: 

Ensure seal (4) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connections On Aerial Amplifier

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Move side window into uppermost end position.

Release/feed out cable holders (1).

Lever out cover (2) and slacken bolt underneath.

Release screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 37 3AZ, see 51 37 SIDE WINDOWS, ELECTR. ACTUATED .

Feed out power window unit completely in upward direction.

Fig 2: Identifying Lever Out Cover And Screws

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Release cable holder (1).

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection And Cable Holder

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Basic setting of power window: 

Check dimension (X) at power window regulator.

If necessary set dimension (X) with special tool 51 2 220 at screw (1).

Measurement (X) = 6 mm

Fig 4: Checking Dimension (X) At Power Window Regulator

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Presettings after fitting power window unit: 

Adjust side window glass (1) in accordance with dimension (A) to body (2).

Measuring points in B-pillar area and release for rear screw connection of side window glass (1).

Dimension (A) = 7 ± 1 mm

Tighten down screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 37 4AZ, see 51 37 SIDE WINDOWS, ELECTR. ACTUATED .

Check function.

Adjust side window glass (1)  .

Fig 5: Measuring Points In B-Pillar Area

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