BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Stripping operations - replacing roof outer skin (normal roof)

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NOTE: Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration.

The following list basically represents the removal sequence.

  • Disconnect battery
  • Remove cowl panel cover
  • Remove and install windscreen
  • Remove and install rear lid
  • Remove and install headlining.
  • Remove and install left roof trim strip
  • Remove and install right roof trim strip
  • Remove and install roof aerial
  • Remove both tailgate hinges
  • Partially release tailgate seal.
    Replacing roof outer skin (normal roof)
    Refer to repair instructions ROOF OUTER SKIN WITH SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF for procedure and carry over schematically to the vehicle. STRIP DOWN VEHICLE ...

    Stripping operations - replacing roof outer skin (version with panorama glass roof)
    NOTE: Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration. The follow ...

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