54 12 004 Adjusting sun roof: Installation:
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Tightening torque, see 54 12 2AZ in SLIDE/TILT ROOF AND CONVERTIBLE TOP - TIGHTNENING TORQUES .
Replace removed screws (micro-encapsulation) or install old screws with Loctite 270.
Press button to open roof briefly (1) then stop again (2) (inching function).
The slide/tilt sunroof lid must now lower at back by dimension (A).
(A) = 2 ... 4 mm
CAUTION:
Swift movement of the slide/tilt sunroof can damage mechanism (guide) of the slide/tilt sunroof cassette.
Pull floating roof liner forwards (with clean hands or wearing protective gloves).
Check function.