Removing and installing complete rear left or right power electric windows (Cooper Convertible)

Preliminary work needed:

Removal:

Release screws (1) on the connecting bracket (2).

Remove connecting bracket (2).

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Unscrew the screws (1).

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Release wiring harness mounting (1).

Close side window completely.

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Loosen screw (1) (do not release).

Pull out power electric windows slightly upwards.

Disconnect the plug connection on the flat motor.

Remove power electric windows.

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Installation:

Connect plug connection on flat motor.

Feed in power electric windows.

Tighten screw (1).

Tightening torque 51 37 5AZ .

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Clip in wiring harness mounting (1).

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Adjust distance between side window glass and side panel:

Gaps (A and B) between side window (1) and side panel (2):

Dimension (A) = 20.5 ±1 mm

Dimension (B) = 13.5 ±1 mm

IMPORTANT: Side window glass must shift into the seal correctly when convertible top is closed.

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Tighten screws (1) on power electric windows (2).

Tightening torque 51 37 3AZ .

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Attach connecting bracket (2).

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 37 4AZ .

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Required follow-up work: