51 21 330 Removing and installing/replacing window channel strip on inner front door

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL

The "INSTRUCTIONS ON INSTALLATION OF WINDOW GUIDES " serve as the basis for this repair instructions and must be observed without fail.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
If window channel strip is reused, make sure it is not bent.

Removal:

Release window channel strip (1) from holders (2) and detach upwards.

Fig 1: Removing Window Channel Strip From Holders

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Installation:

Coat window channel strip (1) prior to installation with APPROVED LUBRICANT .

If necessary, remove clamps (2) from window channel strip and attach to door.

Replace faulty clamps.

Connect window channel strip (1) to door and engage in holders (2).

Fig 2: Removing Window Channel Strip From Holders

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Required reworking:

Install FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL