51 32 170 Remove and install/replace side window, front left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Open side window to 145 mm.
Remove SOUND INSULATION FROM FRONT DOOR
Remove OUTER WINDOW CAVITY COVER STRIP

Side window glass must be opened to dimension (A).

A = 145 mm

Fig 1: Identifying Side Window Glass Opening Dimension

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Carefully unlock window glass locating clips (1) in direction of arrow.

Gently press side window glass upwards to snap retaining lug (2) completely out of side window glass bore hole (3).

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Do not bend locating clips (1) too far.

Installation note:

Make sure retaining lug (2) is correctly engaged in side window glass bore hole (3).

Fig 2: Unlocking Window Glass Locating Clips

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Turn side window and lift out towards rear/top.

Fig 3: Lifting Rear/Top Window Glass

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Installation note:

Bore holes (1) of side window glass (2) must not be damaged.

Side window glass does not need to be adjusted.

Fig 4: Identifying Bore Holes And Side Window Glass

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