51 13 280 Removing and installing/replacing trim strip on roof frame at left or right: Notes

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Special tools required:

00 9 321 , see MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

If necessary, remove railing, see 51 13 305 Removing and installing/replacing left or right rail .

Lever out trim strip (1) with special tool 00 9 321 starting at rear.

Unclip trim strip (1) up to front and if necessary pull out of seal (2) towards rear.

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Strip And Seal

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Installation:

Catches (1) of clips (2) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace clips (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Clips

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Installation:

Following parts of trim strip (3) must not be damaged or missing:

Seals
End piece, front/rear