51 32 211 Replacing front left or right rubber guide for left or right door window
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Remove window cavity cover strip on outside of front door. See 51 21 300 Removing And Installing/Replacing Window Cavity Cover Strip On Outside Of Front Door .
Remove sound insulation on front door. See 51 48 ... Removing And Installing/Replacing Sound Insulation In Front Door, Left Or Right .
Remove cover (anti-trap protection) on inside of door window frame.
Open complete door window glass.
Pull rubber guide (1) completely out of front door.
Installation:
For installation, coat window cavity seal (1) with turpentine substitute (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Service).
Insert rubber guide at front/bottom into window guide rail.
Installation:
Rubber guide (1) must not be damaged in corners (2).