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51 33... Note on installation status of the power window regulator system

Special tools required: 

From 04/2013  only power window regulators made by "Brose" are still installed during production.

On vehicles with a version before 03/2013  the installation status must be checked.

Open complete door window glass.

Insert special tool 2 298 505 in window cavity as illustrated and look at deflecting element (1).

  1. Visible deflecting element = "Inteva" system (up to 03/2013)
  2. Covered deflecting element = "Brose" system (from 04/2013)

Install replacement part according to the version.

If a replacement part is not available for the "Inteva" system, a conversion must be made to the "Brose" system.

The following parts must be replaced at both  front or rear doors for conversion to the "Brose" system.

Attention!  The following mixed installation of components from different manufacturers is not possible for technical reasons:

Mixed installation between the front and rear door is permissible.

Connect the ISTA/P programming system and perform a conversion using ISTA/P after having modified the power window lifter system.

Selection  : "Conversion, exchange of front power window" or "Conversion, exchange rear power window".

Then perform VEHICLE PROGRAMMING .