Installing sound insulation on front door

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Notes on the sound insulation must be strictly observed for these repair instructions.
For additional information see: NOTES FOR BONDING SOUND INSULATION (SI), DOORS .

Reinstalling the sound insulation

Check the sound insulation (2) for damage and replace if necessary.
Route the butyl rope with Ø 4 mm (sourcing reference BMW Group Parts) along the previous routing of the butyl rope (1).

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Replacing the sound insulation

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Bonding surfaces must be dry and free of dust and grease. After the adhesive area has been cleaned, it must no longer be taped with bare hands.

Remove any butyl rope residue from the door and clean the adhesive area.
Observe 1 min air drying time.
Attach the 6 mm butyl rope (3) (sourcing reference: BMW Group Parts) on the mark (2) of the sound insulation (1).

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Heat up butyl rope (1) with hot air blower and press on sound insulation (2) all around with hand roller.
Lay cable (3).

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL ON LEFT OR RIGHT .
Refer to INSTALLING SWITCH TRIM ON THE FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL .
Refer to FIXING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR HANDLE COVER .