Installation Of Rubber Frame Without Removed Windscreen:
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There is no tear-off lip (3) in area (A) on left/right.
Detach tear-off lip (3) from rubber frame (1).
If adhesive leaks over tear-off lip (3), this area must be cut out partially.
To facilitate installation, coat rubber frame (1) and body cutout with water.
Install rubber frame (1).
If necessary, pull liner* off adhesive tape (5) and press rubber frame (1) down firmly on roof outer skin.
(2) Aluminum strip
(4) Butylene tape
* Liner is the protective film on adhesive tape (5).