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54 12 499 Replacing seal for glass slide/tilt sunroof frame

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Up to production date 03/2014: 

Detach seal (1) from glass slide/tilt sunroof (2).

Installation note: 

Groove of seal must point outwards.

Place gasket gently in position and align limit points parallel to each other.

Press seal (1) firmly on frame (2) and ensure correct seating.

Fig 1: Detaching Seal From Glass Slide/Tilt Sunroof
G04768368Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After production date 03/2014: 

Loosen sealing (1) from frame (2).

Observe NOTES for securing components with adhesive tape.

Remove adhesive residue.

Installation note: 

Clean the adhesive area.

Bond sealing (1) to frame (2)

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing At Frame
G09928378Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.