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Removing the headlining

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Electrostatic discharge. 
Damage to or destruction of electrical components. 
  • Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
  • Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
  • Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multi-pin connectors directly.
  • Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
  • For additional information see: NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .
NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components. 
Scratches, surface damage. 
  • Protect working area.
  • Handle tools and components carefully.
NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Fold the headlining. 
Damage to the headlining. If necessary, the headlining must be replaced. 
  • Guide the headlining past the parapet of the right C-/D-pillar by bending slightly and place it down slowly on the positioned head restraint.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
The following procedure forms the basis for these repair instructions and must be observed without fail.
For additional information see: GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR THE DISASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF BONDED WINDOW GLASS .
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Perform window removal using the "spider".
For additional information see: REMOVING WINDOWS WITH A "SPIDER" .
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
If damage is found on the speaker or the speaker cover, the entire headliner must be replaced.

Preliminary work 

Precondition 

The front seats have been fully adjusted towards the bottom.

The front seat backrests have been fully adjusted towards the rear.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Fold the headlining. 
Damage to the headlining. If necessary, the headlining must be replaced. 
  • Guide the headlining past the parapet of the right C-/D-pillar by bending slightly and place it down slowly on the positioned head restraint.
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