54 10... Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Drive Cable Plate

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove MECHANISM FOR GLASS COVER AT FRONT

Overview of glass lid mechanism:

Fig 1: Overview Of Glass Lid Mechanism

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Fig 2: Sliding Front Drive Cable Plate To Rear

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If necessary, remove the wedge (1).

Slide front drive cable plate (2) to rear and remove from guide rail.

Fig 3: Sliding Front Drive Cable Plate

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage when installing drive cable plate

Before installation of front drive cable plate (1), rear drive cable plate (2) must be engaged.

Incorrect position can be identified on basis of spring position and level position (marked area).

Check engaging of rear drive cable plate (2) in guide rail.

Slide in front drive cable plate (1).

Installation note:

CLEAN GUIDE RAILS OF PANORAMA GLASS ROOF .

Observe GREASE INSTRUCTIONS for replacement parts.