Installing the door sill trim panel
Precondition
Front door is open.
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Mechanical effects .
Paint damage .
Mechanical effects .
Paint damage .
- Mask those working areas at risk with yellow plastic adhesive tape.
- Remove and install heavy or bulky components with the aid of another person/other persons.
- If necessary, connect and lock any associated connectors.
- Guide the door sill trim panel (1) in carefully and position it.
- Engage door sill trim panel (1) from the front beginning with the detents along the dotted line.
- Engage door sill trim panel (1) at the clip (2).
- Tighten all bolts and nuts (arrows).TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Undershield, side Hexagon screw Tightening torque 2.6 Nm Plastic nut Tightening torque 2.6 Nm - Check the clips (2) and the sealing rings for damage, replace if necessary.
- Clip the rear wheel arch trim (1) onto the clips (2).
Follow-up work
- Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR DOOR .
- Refer to PARTIALLY INSTALLING THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH TRIM (DOOR SILL) .