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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER JCW, 2D CONVERTIBLE, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 3543 (BODY EQUIPMENT - REPAIR)FRONT AND REAR WINDOW51 31... GENERAL PROCEDURE WHEN DISMANTLING/INSTALLING BONDED WINDOW GLASS3 INSTALLATION3.9 MOUNTING THE WINDOW GLASS

2013 Mini Cooper JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans

3.9 Mounting the window glass

2013 Mini Cooper JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard TransSECTION 3.9 Mounting the window glass

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To prevent a pressure build-up in the passenger compartment when the doors are closed:

Open a side window

Fig 1: Mounting Window Glass Using Suction Lifter (51 3 010)
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Mount window glass (1) with suction lifter (51 3 010).

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.