54 12 138 Removing and installing/renewing water channel for glass slide/tilt sunroof

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove GLASS SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF PANEL .

Installation note:

Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be reused
Screw connection must be completed within 20 minutes (start of curing)
Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
Clean thread of nut beforehand in event of repeated use

Unclip water channel (1) at left and right from holder (2).

Release screws (3) on left and right.

Tightening torque 54 12 04AZ .

Fig 1: Removing Water Channel From Holder (Left And Right)

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Pull water channel (1) forward slightly and set upright.

Unclip water channel (1) at left and right to rear and out of holder (2).

Installation note:

Make sure water channel is correctly engaged.

Run a function check.

Fig 2: Identifying Water Channel (Left And Right) To Rear And Holder

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