Replacing the cover on the windshield

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Removing the cover on the windshield

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Notes on component bonding using adhesive tape form the basis for these repair instructions and must be observed without fail.
For additional information see: NOTES ON COMPONENT BONDING WITH ADHESIVE TAPE .

Detach the rubber frame (1) from the windshield using the adhesive tape (2).

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Installing the cover panel on the windscreen

Clean the adhesive area of the windshield and pre-treat with Sika activator -205.
The Sika activator -205 must not get onto adhesive area of adhesive bead.

ADHESIVE SPECIFICATIONS

Aktivator -205

250 ml, Bottle

83190030155

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Adhere to the air drying time of 1 min at least.
Reposition the lever (1) and open the special tool 0 496 529 (51 3 320).
Cover (1) is very long where indicated and must be shortened on the left and right by approx. 30 mm .
Detach protective film (2) in stages from adhesive tape.
Replace the cover (1).
Parts: cover panel
Insert the cover (1) into the guide pulleys (3).

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Place the special tool with the pressure rollers (1) up against the window edge.
Align the cover panel on the outer edge of the window glass.
Fit the cover and visually check for perfect fit.

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Reposition the lever (1) in direction of arrow and close the special tool.
Ensure the cover (3) fits correctly into the guide pulleys (2).

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Continue to detach protective film (1) in stages from adhesive tape.
Run the special tool with the handwheel over the entire upper edge of the window glass.

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