Outer sill panel trim, replacing

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Outer sill panel trim cannot be removed without destroying it.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Door Sill Panel Trim

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Heat door sill panel trim using a hot air gun and carefully pull upward and off.
Clean adhesion surface with mineral spirits, treat with silicone remover and rub dry.

Door sill moldings must be affixed only at room temperature.
For this purpose, bring vehicle and door sill moldings to room temperature at least 2 hours before processing.
Protective moldings must be adhered within 90 minutes after protective foil has been removed.

Heat adhesion surface to approx. 40°C using a hot air gun.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Door Sill Panel Trim

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Pull protective foil from double-sided adhesive tape shortly before installation.
Clip in door sill molding and press on.

After adhering strip, leave vehicle 4 hours in room temperature.