51 32 020 Removing and installing/replacing crank unit in left or right front door (Z3 roadster)

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Remove front door window, refer to 51 32 170 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR WINDOWS (Z3 ROADSTER) .

Unscrew bolts (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Bolts

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Unfasten screws (1) and carefully turn crank unit (2) to remove from front door.

Fig 2: Removing Crank Unit From Front Door

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NOTE: If tolerances are unfavorable, untighten screws (1) and remove support (2).

Fig 3: Removing Support

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