54 10 175 Removing and installing rear glass slide/tilt sunroof cover

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5, 2002 BMW X5, and 2001 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: The following steps can be carried out inside the vehicle with the glass roof panel fully closed.

Open floating roofliner fully.

Make sure that grease at the ends of the rail do not come into contact with the roofliner.

Not Necessary For Replacement:

Before removing the Torx screws, make a mark around the washers in order to ensure correct alignment during installation.

Remove and dispose of the Torx screws (1) securing the glass panel to the mechanism.

Fig 1: Locating Torx Screws In Mechanism

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Installation:

Insert new Torx screws and align washers to markings.

Tightening torque, 54 12 2AZ in SLIDE/TILT ROOF AND CONVERTIBLE TOP - TIGHTEN TORQUES .

IMPORTANT: A second person is required to help in removing and installing the glass slide/tilt sunroof lid!

Lift out glass slide/tilt sunroof cover (1).

Fig 2: Lifting Out Slide/Tilt Sunroof Cover Glass

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Installation:

Tape off complete edge area at roof aperture with fabric adhesive tape (risk of damage).

Install glass slide/tilt sunroof cover carefully (twist in) as seal can be damaged during installation.

Check glass slide/tilt sunroof cover for correct alignment and adjust if necessary. Refer to 54 13 003 Adjusting Glass Slide/Tilt Sunroof Lid .