Side Sill Trim Panel, Removing And Installing, S3: Installing
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Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:
- The vehicle, the mount and the side sill trim panel must have reached room temperature.
- The adhesive surfaces must be free of dirt and grease.
-- Remove the adhesive residue from the body.
-- Clean the painted side of the adhesive surface with Cleaning Solution:D 009 401 04 and let dry.
-- Fold back the ends of the protective film, or attach a pulling aid -arrows- to the protective film -2-.
-- Place the side sill trim panel -1- on the threaded pin.
-- Remove the protective film with the removal tab and press the side sill trim panel with the Roller:T40400 .
- Resting time approximately 30 minutes at room temperature
- It is durable after at least 24 hours.