Window shaft strips, removing and installing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Removal Wedge 3409

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Trim removal wedge 3409

Removing

Fig 2: Using Trim Removal Wedge 3409 To Press Upper Edge Of Rubber Strip Down Until It Slides Over Upper Edge Of Window Shaft Strip

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Using Trim Removal Wedge 3409 - 1 - , press upper edge of rubber strip - 2 - down until it slides over upper edge of window shaft strip - 3 -.
Pull Trim Removal Wedge 3409 along strip - arrow - in this position.
Remove strip.

Installing

NOTE:

Only use Cleaning Solution D 009 401 04 as an installation aid.
If other lubricants are used, the trim may fall off due to vibrations.

Engage at top and lightly press down - rail slides over rubber
Engage top of trim - 3 -.
With flat hand, press trim down until rubber - 5 - slides over lower edge - 4 -.
Pull with hand in this position over complete trim.