Preparing New Part

In the areas (1) coat the side panel with sealant D1 before painting it.
CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATIONS

Sealant D1 (seam sealing) 310 ml 83422409985
Paint side panel.

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Release the screws (1) and remove the guide (2).

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Check
Check the locking mechanism (1) and the bracket (2) on the guide (3) for damage.

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Result

» If the guide (3) is damaged.

Measure
- Replace the guide (3).
Position the guide (2) on the new side panel.

Tighten down screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

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Remount both sheet metal nuts (1) on the new side panel.
Release the clip (2) and the detents (3) and remount the seal (4).

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Carefully release the trim (1) at the clamps (arrowed) and guide it out of the side panel.

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Check
Check the clamps (1) and mounts for the clamps.

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Result

» If the clamps (3) are damaged.

Measure
- Replace the clamps (3).
If the mounts are defective, renew the trim (2).
Guide the trim (1) on to the new side panel forward and engage it at the clamps (arrowed).

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Remount the expansion nuts (1) on the new part.
Remount the bracket (2) on the new part.

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Renew the foam tape (1).
Parts: Foam tape

Attach the foam tape (1) to the new part.

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