54 12 210 Removing and installing complete slide/tilt sunroof (frame)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 525i, 2002 BMW 525i, and 2001 BMW 525i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove drive unit with transmission for slide/tilt sunroof actuation:
- Remove panel and disconnect plug connection.
- Lower drive with gear for actuating slide/tilt sunroof. Unlock plug connection, disconnect and remove drive with gear for actuating slide/tilt sunroof.
- To instal, insert gear wheel of drive with gear for actuating slide/tilt sunroof in gear teeth.
NOTE:
Note: Secure drive with gear for actuating slide/tilt sunroof against falling out.
Remove headliner,
Refer to 51 44 011 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING HEADLINER (WITH SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF) .
Remove water drain hoses (1) at front / rear.
Unfasten Omega clips (2).
Unfasten screws (1) at front and (2) at left/right.
Unhook left/right clip and lower slide/tilt sunroof frame slightly.
Installation:
Fold up back of frame until rear clips can be unfastened.
Slide slide/tilt sunroof frame backwards and lift out through right rear door.
Installation:
Insert slide/tilt sunroof frame in sheet metal slot at front.