Removing Spring For Lifting Link

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Fig 1: Identifying Installation Position Of Leaf Spring For Lifting Link

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Open roof panels 2+3 of the Panoramic roof fully - open using the emergency operation mechanism if necessary.
Move front seat all the way forward.
Unclip cover -1- (-arrow A-) and disengage it from the roof panel -2- (-arrow B-) .

Fig 2: Removing Cover
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Unclip cover -1- by pulling it upwards -arrow- .

Fig 3: Unclipping Cover
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Unscrew fastening screws -1- and remove leaf spring -3- from the lifting link -2- (-arrow-) .

Fig 4: Removing Leaf Spring For Lifting Link
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