Replacing Windshield Perimeter Trim Moulding Gasket on a BMW

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BMW DIY Video - How to Replace Windshield Perimeter Trim Molding Gasket (Moulding Frame)
PARTS:
Applicable windshield trim for BMW model being repaired - www.bavauto.com
Click for Windshield Trim for E39 5-series:
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TOOLS:
Non-Marring Pry Tool set - www.BavAuto.com
Click below for Non-Marring Pry Tools:
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Single edge razor blades or “X-Acto” knife blades
PROCEDURE:
We commonly hear of BMW owners who have been told that the windshield must be removed in order to replace these windshield trim moldings. And, of course, a healthy bill or quote is presented. We have found that it is not necessary to remove the windshield. The trim moldings can easily be replaced at home, with our non-marring pry tool sets and a bit of time and patience.
Follow along as we replace the trim on a later model BMW. Note that the various BMW models will have some differences in how the moldings specifically install, but the basics are shown here and this should allow you to determine if you’d like to replace your own windshield trim moldings.
We commonly hear of BMW owners who have been told that the windshield must be removed in order to replace these windshield trim moldings. And, of course, a healthy bill or quote is presented. We have found that it is not necessary to remove the windshield. The trim moldings can easily be replaced at home, with our non-marring pry tool sets and a bit of time and patience.
Follow along as we replace the trim on a later model BMW. Note that the various BMW models will have some differences in how the moldings specifically install, but the basics are shown here and this should allow you to determine if you’d like to replace your own windshield trim moldings. When you are ready to tackle the job, you can order the tools and the moldings at www.bavauto.com or call our Advisors at 800-535-2002.
PARTS:
Applicable windshield trim for BMW model being repaired - www.bavauto.com
Click below for Windshield Trim for E39 5-series:
BMW windshield moulding frame trim gasket BavAuto
TOOLS:
Non-Marring Pry Tool set - www.BavAuto.com
Single edge razor blades or “X-Acto” knife blades
Click below for Non-Marring Pry Tools:
PROCEDURE:
1) Start at one of the upper corners and use one of the tapered pry-tools to work the corner up and out of the channel.
2) Use the wide pry-tool to loosen and push the trim back from the edge of the windshield, along the “A” pillar.
3) Pull the trim up and out of the “A” pillar channel. Do both sides before removing the top section.
4) Use the wide pry-tool to loosen and push the trim away from the glass, along the upper roof edge.
5) Use the tapered pry-tool to work the upper corner away from the glass and out of the channel.
6) Pull the trim up and out of the upper channel.
7) Clean the perimeter of the glass with a razor blade or “X-Acto” knife blade. Also clean out the channel between the glass and the body panels, using one of the smaller non-marring pry-tools.
8) Position the new trim over the windshield. Carefully center the trim (measuring and marking the center of the upper trim and the middle of the windshield, is a good idea).
9) Use the various non-marring pry-tools to push the trim down into the channel and around the edge of the glass. Start at one of the corners and work across the top, then work on the sides. Finish by using the wide tool to push the trim snugly against the edge of the glass, by pushing the trim toward the glass from under the outer lip of the trim.
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