Rear Window Frame, Removing

Rear Window Frame, Removing

• To support roof, both sides of luggage compartment trim should be either removed or installed.

• The bypass screw on the hydraulic pump must be opened after the repair position has been reached on vehicle from May 2007. This prevents damaging the hydraulic system.






- Open roof via convertible top operating switch until rear lid tips back.

- Open bypass screw on hydraulic pump.

- Place Hinge Supports (VAS 6365) in center position - 2 -.

- Secure Hinge Supports (VAS 6365) on rear window frame locking mechanism - 1 -.

- Lower rear window frame until supports - 4 - are positioned on longitudinal member - 5 -.

• Do not loosen the rivets - 8 -. Only loosen the rivets when replacing the rear window frame.

• The tensioning cables are loosened at the inner trim seals - 6 -.






- Remove rear window frame lower trim. Refer to => [ Rear Window Frame Lower Trim ] Rear Window Frame Lower Trim

- Open the seals - 6 -.

- Allow tensioning bands - 5 - with ends of tensioned headliner - 6 - to hang down.






- Disconnect rear window heating connector - 2 -.

- Remove screw - 5 - for sensor - 4 -.

- Loosen cable bracket - 3 - from rear window frame.






- Mark position of screws - 3 -.

- Note number of washers - 4 - and spacer plates - 5 -.

Further removal is done with a second technician.

- Remove screws - 3 - and remove rear window frame - 1 - from hinge - 2 -.