54 13 055 Replacing seal for frame of panorama glass roof

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove PANORAMA GLASS ROOF COMPLETELY

NOTE: Follow REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS for bonded seals on panorama glass roof.

Pull off seal at contact edge starting from body aperture (peel off).

Installation note:

Clean bonding surface with adhesive remover.
Press seal without stretching (squashing).
Stick on seal in sections.

Fig 1: Removing Panorama Glass Roof Frame Seal
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Establish seal joint.

IMPORTANT: Do not touch bonding surface.
Surface temperature ≥20 °C
Incorrect bonding of the gasket will result in leakage.