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Renewing protective side strips (bottom) > < Contact corrosion
Renewing protective side strips (top)
   
Renewing protective side strips (top)
  Note
t  It is not possible to remove the protective side strips without destroying them.
t  To facilitate removal, heat protective side strips using a hot-air blower.
t  The surfaces to be bonded must be at least as warm as room temperature. If necessary, heat up with a hot-air blower.
1 - Protective side strip (front)
q   Bonding surface must be free of adhesive residue, dust and grease.
q   First clean outer panel using a cleaning solvent.
q   Apply silicon remover to the bonding area and rub it dry.
q   Remove protective foil -arrow-.
q   Fit protective side strip with guide pins onto door as shown.
q   Press protective side strip on firmly all along.
2 - Protective side strip (rear)
q   Installation as described for protective side strip (front).

   

Renewing protective side strips (bottom) > < Contact corrosion