51 31 021 Removing and installing/replacing rubber frame for windshield (top): Notes

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CAUTION: Rubber frame is reinforced with an aluminum strip.
Do not damage windshield when removing rubber frame.

Carefully turn and remove rubber frame (1).

Tear-off lip (2).

Aluminum strip (3).

Fig 1: Removing Rubber Frame

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NOTE: When rubber frame (1) is removed, lip (2) tears off and remains in car.