67 61 005 Removing and installing/replacing drive unit with gearing for slide/tilt sunroof

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Important!

Read and comply with NOTES ON PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT ROOFLINER TRIM .

NOTE: Secure drive unit with gearing for slide/tilt sunroof (2) against falling out.

Release screws (1), tightening torque: 3.5 Nm

Lower drive unit with gearing for slide/tilt sunroof (2).

NOTE: Screws (1) are microencapsulated.

Unlock plug connection (3), disconnect and remove drive unit with gearing for slide/tilt sunroof (2).

Fig 1: Removing Drive Unit With Gearing For Slide/Tilt Sunroof

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Installation:

Insert gear wheel (1) of drive with gear for actuating slide/tilt sunroof (2) in gear teeth.

Fig 2: Inserting Gear Wheel Of Drive With Gear For Actuating Slide/Tilt Sunroof

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Installation:

Initialize SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF .

Replacement:

Using BMW scan tool, carry out PROGRAMMING/CODING .

IMPORTANT: There is a risk of permanent battery discharge if programming/coding is not carried out!