Necessary preliminary work

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Remove GLASS SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF COVER AT FRONT
Open slide/tilt sunroof.

Bend open clamps of retaining rail (1) with suitable tool (2).

Lift retaining rail (1) in direction of arrow.

IMPORTANT: Do not damage plastic holder.

Fig 1: Lifting Retaining Rail

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Lift guide (1) of gate with suitable tool (2) in direction (A) and push in direction (B).

Fig 2: Lifting Guide Of Gate Using Suitable Tool

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NOTE: Distances (1) must be clear as shown so that gate (2) can be removed.

Fig 3: Identifying Gate Distance

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Press gate (1) out of guide in direction (A) and lift in direction (B).

Installation note:

Observe GREASE INSTRUCTIONS for replacement parts.

Fig 4: Pressing Gate Out Of Guide

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Installation note:

Ensure that lugs (1) are parallel to gate (2).

Fig 5: Identifying Lugs And Gate

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Installation note:

Clamps (1) of retaining rail must be bent again.

Fig 6: Identifying Clamps Of Retaining Rail

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