51 32 420 Removing and installing/replacing cover on window frame (B-pillar) of front door, left or right

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Work shown on the R60 by way of example, deviations in detail are possible in other models.

Feed out rubber window seal (1) toward the top as shown.

Release screws (3) from window frame cover (2).

Tightening torque 51 33 5AZ .

Pull out window frame cover (2) toward the top.

Fig 1: Identifying Window Frame Cover Rubber Window Seal And Screws

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Installation note:

To facilitate installation, moisten rubber window seal (1) slightly with water.

Feed in rubber window seal (1) correctly at the angle of the window frame.

Fig 2: Locating Rubber Window Seal

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