54 10 170 Removing and Installing Front Glass Slide/Tilt Sunroof Cover

54 10 170 Removing And Installing Front Glass Slide/Tilt Sunroof Cover







NOTE:
The following steps can be carried out inside the vehicle with the glass roof panel fully closed.
Open floating headliner fully.
Make sure that grease at the ends of the rail do not come into contact with the headliner.
Not necessary for replacement:
Before removing the Torx screws, make a mark around the shim in order to ensure correct alignment during installation.







Installation note:
- Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be reused
- Screw connection must be completed within 20 minutes (start of hardening)
- Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
- Clean thread of nut beforehand in event of repeated use







To unscrew Torx screws (see next work step) press side cover seal (1) downward in the marked area.
Side cover seal (1) must not be damaged or soiled.
Replace side cover panel (1) if necessary.







IMPORTANT:
- Risk of damage.
- To avoid scratches, do not rest glass slide/tilt sunroof panel on glass surface.

Release Torx screws (1).

Installation note:
Replace Torx screws and insert with Loctite.
Align shims to marks.
Screw down slide/tilt sunroof glass panel.
Tightening torque 54 12 01AZ.

IMPORTANT: A second person is required to help in removing and installing the glass slide/tilt sunroof lid.







Lift out glass slide/tilt sunroof cover (1).

Installation note:
Tape off installation area on left and right at roof aperture with fabric adhesive tape.
Install glass slide/tilt sunroof cover carefully (twist in) as seal can be damaged during installation.
Check glass slide/tilt sunroof cover for correct alignment and adjust if necessary.