Front Door Window Glass: Service and Repair

51 32 170 Removing and installing/replacing door window glass, front left or right







NOTE: When removing door lock, it is not necessary to remove window cavity cover strips or seals.

Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Open door window to 105 mm.
- Remove sound insulation in front door

E87 only:
- Remove outer window cavity cover strip

E84/90 only:
- Remove inner window cavity seal







Door window glass (1) must be opened to dimension (A).
A = approx. 105 mm

IMPORTANT: Disconnect plug connection (2) from power window motor (3) (risk of trapping).

Lever out catches (4) with screwdriver (5) in direction of arrow.

Installation:
Catch (4) must be correctly clipped into place.
Carry out function check on power window unit and anti-trapping protection.
If necessary, normalize power window unit.







Installation:
Following parts of window guide (3) must not be damaged or missing:
1 Catch
2 Bump stop







When removing door lock:
Slide door window glass upwards and secure in door window frame with adhesive tapes or plastic wedge.

When removing door window glass:
Turn door window glass and lift out towards rear/top.