BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Notes on the water drain hose of the slide/tilt sunroof

BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual / Body and Frame / Body repair instructions / Notes on the water drain hose of the slide/tilt sunroof

The water drain hoses for the slide/tilt sunroof are partially permanently integrated in the body and cannot be replaced individually.

These water drain hoses can only be completely replaced with extensive body repair work (e. g. after an accident).

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An individual solution is required for damage that was not caused by an accident.

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BMW X3 Owners Manual > Opening and closing: Comfort position
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