Necessary preliminary tasks

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Detach RUBBER GUIDE FOR REAR DOOR WINDOW GLASS in area of trim
E61 and E83 only:
Remove OUTER WINDOW CAVITY COVER STRIP

Release screws (1).

Remove trim (2) towards rear.

E61 only:

Starting from April 2009 center screw (1) will be omitted.

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

E61 only:

Starting from April 2009 center retainer (1) will be omitted.

Fig 2: Identifying Clips

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E83 and E91 only:

Installation:

Fit rubber guide (1) before screwing trim (2) into place.

Make sure trim (2) is correctly seated on rubber guide (1) (area A) and on window glass (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Trim Seated On Rubber Guide And Window Glass

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