51 21 300 Removing and installing or replacing window recess cover strip on outside of left or right front door

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Attach adhesive tape (1) below window cavity cover strip (2) (risk of damage).

Fig 1: Attaching Adhesive Tape Below Window Cavity Cover Strip

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Using special tool 00 9 311, starting at back, (1) and moving to front (2), lift out window cavity cover strip.

Installation:

Coat cover strip with anti-friction agent.
Cover strip must form flush seal with rear edge of door.

Fig 2: Coating Cover Strip With Anti-Friction Agent

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Only replace:

Remove gasket (1) from chrome strip (2).

Fig 3: Removing Gasket From Chrome Strip

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