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54 37 050 Removing and installing/replacing trim strip on convertible top compartment lid

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When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

For purposes of clarity, the following operations are shown with the component removed:

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Close rear module.

NOTE: Shown removed here for purposes of clarity.

Carefully unclip trim strip (1) from the soft top compartment lid and remove.

Installation: 

Replace faulty clips.

Remove remains of butyl rope from trim strip and soft top compartment lid.

Fig 1: Identifying Soft Top Compartment Lid Trim Strip
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Installation: 

Install new butyl rope along marking (1).

At each end, finish butyl rope in a "T" shape.

Fig 2: Installing New Butyl Rope
G00527757Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.