Windshield frame cover replacement

scottsglide · 10-30-2023, 04:46 AM

Has anyone replaced the windshield frame cover on a 2007 Z4? I have ordered one and waiting for it to arrive. Any videos out there? I have tried searching the threads as well as youtube with no luck. Thanks in advance for any help!

Z4Kevo · 10-30-2023, 09:24 AM

I believe there are videos on YT...or at least they used to be. I ultimately just replaced my windshield (which I am happy i did considering how pitted it was), but you may have better luck.

Depending on how "centered" your window is in the opening and how much adhesive was used you may or may not have an easy go of it. It is a crap shoot.

If you have to do any prying whatsoever to get it out use something firm but flexible (a plastic trim removal tool would be good) and DO NOT pry in any way against the edge of the glass or you could be buying a new windshield instead of just replacing the trim.

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scottsglide Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: bmw z4, jeep gladiator Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: chattanooga, tn iTrader: (0)	Windshield frame cover replacement Has anyone replaced the windshield frame cover on a 2007 Z4? I have ordered one and waiting for it to arrive. Any videos out there? I have tried searching the threads as well as youtube with no luck. Thanks in advance for any help!
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Z4Kevo Private First Class 85 Rep 168 Posts Drives: 2007 M Coupe Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Republic of Texas iTrader: (0)	I believe there are videos on YT...or at least they used to be. I ultimately just replaced my windshield (which I am happy i did considering how pitted it was), but you may have better luck. Depending on how "centered" your window is in the opening and how much adhesive was used you may or may not have an easy go of it. It is a crap shoot. If you have to do any prying whatsoever to get it out use something firm but flexible (a plastic trim removal tool would be good) and DO NOT pry in any way against the edge of the glass or you could be buying a new windshield instead of just replacing the trim. __________________ 2007 BMW Z4M Coupe \| Sapphire Black \| 19" ZCP Wheels \| Michelin PSS - 245/285 \| Carbon Leather Black Corners \| UUC Short Shifter \| ///M Racing Pedals \| OE Strut Brace \| LED Accents \| PEMP Android Last edited by Z4Kevo; 11-01-2023 at 02:49 PM..
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