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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 15 (BODY EQUIPMENT - REPAIR (E82))FRONT AND REAR WINDOW5131... NOTES ON WINDOW BONDINGREPLACEMENT OF WINDSCREENS
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
Replacement of windscreens
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Replacement of windscreens
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
Version with Head-Up Display (HUD):
- Marking for HUD must be present on the windscreen
Version with front passenger airbag:
- Stick on LABEL
Tools for cutting through adhesive bead:
CUTTING TOOLS CHART
| Type | Type | Order/part number | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special cutter (manufacturer: Fein) with oscillating knife | Compressed air operated | 7 23 63 100 23 8 | ||
| Electrically operated | 7 53 60 200 00 4 | |||
| BMW knife set | All required knives | PN 81 43 9 428 596 or 6 39 03 167 05 4 |
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| Knife (U-shape) | 19.5 mm (1) | 6 39 03 118 01 3 | ||
| 24 mm | 6 39 03 076 01 6 | |||
| 36 mm | 6 39 03 079 01 2 | |||
| 45 mm | 6 39 03 154 01 0 | |||
| Knife (straight with stop roller) | 16 to 35 mm (adjustable) | 6 39 03 143 01 3 | ||
| 10 mm (fixed)(1) | 6 39 03 189 01 0 | |||
| 14 mm (fixed) | 6 39 03 082 01 6 | |||
| "ROLL OUT 2000" Window glass repair | Wire cutting system (1) | PN 81 62 0 301 768 | ||
| Cutting wire | Wire cutting system (1) | PN 83 19 2 150 267 | ||
| Scalpel | for heavy-duty applications (1) | Β | ||
| Handles for cutting wire | Self-locking (1) | Special tool 51 3 270 | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.