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MG TF Factory Workshop Manual (2002-2005)18 · Body
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Backlight (page 2 of 2)

Make
MG
Model
TF Factory Workshop Manual
Year
2002–2005
Section
Hood
BodyBacklight · page 2 of 2
Diagram
  1. Remove 2 rivets securing ends of hood rear quarter retaining strips.
  2. Carefully bend back ends of strips to reveal rivets.
  3. Drill out 13 pop rivets securing backlight retaining strip.
  4. Collect retaining strip and remove backlight.
Collect retaining strip and remove backlight.
  1. Release felt covering from 3rd hood bow.
  2. Remove 7 nuts securing outer cover clamp rail.
  3. Partially lower hood frame.
  4. Release clamp rail studs from hood frame.
  5. Lay protective sheet over backlight, luggage compartment lid and seats.
  6. Release foam from ends of zip retainer to reveal pop rivets.
  7. With assistance to hold outer cover aside, drill out 9 pop rivets securing zip retainer to hood frame.
  8. Remove backlight zip.

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