51 44 152 Removing and installing/replacing front roofliner cover

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Move glass slide/tilt sunroof panel (1) all the way to the rear.

Unlock latch mechanisms (2) on cover (3).

Installation note:

Ensure catches (2) are correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Glass Slide/Tilt Sunroof Panel And Latch Mechanisms

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Unclip cover all round from frame and remove.

Installation note:

Make sure cover is correctly seated on roofliner and sliding sunroof frame.

Fig 2: Removing Trim From Frame

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