54 34 138 Replacing all rubber window seals on convertible top frame

54 34 138 - Replacing all rubber window seals on convertible top frame





Note:
Follow repair instructions for bonded seals.





Cowl panel seal:
Release left and right screws (1).

Installation:
Replace Torx screws (1) and insert with Loctite.





Detach seal.





Roof frame seal:
Release screws (1).

Installation:
Replace Torx screws.

Remove seal (2) with rail from outer side of roof frame.





Rear seal:
Drill out rivets between seal (window guide).
Remove seal with rail and remove remnants of rivets.

Installation:
Because of larger rail depth, attach a nut as adapter between rivet and riveting pliers for riveting purposes.

Important!
Risk of damage to door window glass or to seal (window guide): Make sure there are no parts protruding from rivet. Rivet shank must be correctly torn off.





Note:
Marking tension cable fixture before releasing.

Release Torx screw.

Installation:
Turn tension cable fixture during installation into position (1) shown marked.
Replace Torx screw and insert with Loctite.
Tightening torque 54 34 13AZ 54 34 Motor-Driven Convertible Top (Hydraulic Components).





Release screws (1).
Pull welt (3) out of convertible top cover.
Remove seal (2).

Installation:
Stick welt (3) of seal in convertible top cover with cyanacrylate adhesive (fast-action adhesive).
Follow repair instructions for bonded seals.





Dust seal:
Detach seal (1) from fin.

Installation:
Follow repair instructions for bonded seals.





Important!
Incorrect bonding of the seals will result in leakage.





Replacement only:
Feed seal (2) out of rail (1) and replace seal.