JMM525i

One more useful hint; when installing the new either rear or front trim, use a bottle with soapy solution (water+car soap) in the area where the trim goes; this makes the installation a lot easier and quicker. GL

flyingpuck

I just noticed the trim around my rear window looks like crap, and will need replacement too!

BarryMcKokiner

Hello, the problem with the rubber used on the BMW E60 windshield and rear window is that it is biodegradable so exposure to the elements will cause premature failure. Not to worry, there is an easy and inexpensive fix. Bow will charge you 200 to replace the front top strip part number 408b02 (Cover, windshield) and around 400 for the rear 3/4 trim part number 405c01 (Rear window cover). Both of these parts can be purchased for less that ninety dollars from BMW and can be installed in less than an hour. Once you have the parts, you will need to go to Harbor and Freight and purchase a interior trim tool set, under six dollars. Wait until rubber on vehicle is cool, if it is hot it will be gummy and make a mess. To remove the rubber use on the trim tolls you purchased and pry a piece of the rubber up at one end so you can pull it out, remember you MUST PULL SLOW and STEADY. Once old rubber is removed use window clearer and a shop vac to remove old residue and any pieces of old rubber. Start by tucking a small portion of the new rubber under the existing trim then begin inserting the new trim into the track. Only work in 2 to 3 inch segments. First press the new rubber in the track by hand then use one of the trim tools you push the rubber into place. when you have about ten inches to go on the front piece tuck the open end under the existing time and work the rubber in reverse. REMEMBER THERE IS NO Adhesive used. For the rear trim you will want to start at one of the top corners and work rubber into the track using the wedge shaped tool. Once the top is inserted then work the sides remember before you reach the bottom you must tuck new rubber under the existing trim. Important to remember watch the corner so that it is firmly in place before you insert the rubber down the side. failure to o so will result in a gap. If you are unsure about performing this procedure on your own I will do it for $250 parts included. I live in Ventura CA. I hope this helps. Regards.

Ceenit

Just replaced my front and rear trim. Got the part from Pelican as described for less than $80. Front and rear took a total of about 1 hour. My front windshield trim had degraded to the point that it would just flake off with the touch of a finger. Rear trim was disintegrating, but not as fast. This is definitley one of the easier DIY jobs, especially if your comfortable working with any kind of weather stripping. Knowing how easy this was, I never would have waited so long to repair. The old pieces really looked bad and had been bothering me for a year.

Also, quick note.....when replacing the front trim, I did not need to remove the side pieces. You'll need to be careful removing the old piece, however the new one was the perfect length to just barely fit under the side trim without issue.

txag_530i

I'm planning on doing this repair as well. Can one of you confirm that you need two seals for the rear window?

Part# 51317027916
Part# 51317115412

Thanks in advance for the help.

tex_phil

I have the same problem, my rear trim is coming off.

cubitsf

Hi there - you only need the bottom seal if yours is damaged (it's the seal that is at the top of the trunk).
That one simply slides/clips on and off and can be accessed best by opening the trunk.

EV4530

I love this forum. I always thought I had to have the rear glass removed.

chalankanoa

Thanks to all. I just replaced the front and rear on my 550. The front was much harder than the rear, it was real hard to take off. Putting it on was not too bad. I did use some soapy water, which made it much easier. The rear was way easy. Came off quick and went on quick. Love this forum!

tex_phil

I did the rear 2 weeks ago, it was very easy