54 37... Gauging base plate (cowl panel fastener): Notes
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Special tools required:
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NOTE:
Cowl panel gauge to be used only
after:
Trim strips on cowl panel must be fitted (reference point for adjustment).
- Accident repairs to the cowl panel
- Removal and installation of base plate
Trim strips on cowl panel must be fitted (reference point for adjustment).
IMPORTANT:
Observe body gap dimensions
for ideal adjustment of convertible top in relation to body.
Always install and remove the cowl panel gauge with 2 helpers.
To prevent damaging the cowl panel gauge, set the gauge down only in the transportation crate or on the cowl panel.
The cowl panel gauge is a highly sensitive measuring instrument which reacts even to light impacts with distortion.
The cowl panel gauge must be checked for dimensional accuracy on a master gauge after being subjected to impact or dropped. See BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .
Always install and remove the cowl panel gauge with 2 helpers.
To prevent damaging the cowl panel gauge, set the gauge down only in the transportation crate or on the cowl panel.
The cowl panel gauge is a highly sensitive measuring instrument which reacts even to light impacts with distortion.
The cowl panel gauge must be checked for dimensional accuracy on a master gauge after being subjected to impact or dropped. See BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .
Lift out cover (1) on left and right base plate.
Installation:
Cover (1) for base plate must be replaced after each removal.