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54 34 330 Removing and installing/replacing front cowl panel gasket rail

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WARNING: Soft top becomes pressureless without a warning signal.
For all repair work, secure soft top with a suitable support tool against collapsing.
Ensure soft top is supported in the middle.
Ignition must remain switched off during the repair work.
Failure to comply with this instruction may result in the hydraulic valves incurring preliminary damage.

Release screws in marked area.

Installation note: 

Tightening torque 54 34 12AZ .

Observe tightening sequence (1-5).

Apply Loctite to screws.

Remove rail (clamping strip) from gasket.

Fig 1: Cowl Panel Gasket Screws Tightening/Loosening Sequence
G10047750Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

Set clamping strip (1) to lock striker (2).

Prepare a spacer or use a drill with a corresponding diameter.

A. = 9 mm

Fig 2: Identifying Clamping Strip To Lock Striker
G10047751Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.