Installing the cover panel on the windscreen

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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: 51 00... NOTES ON COMPONENT BONDING WITH ADHESIVE TAPE .

Clean the adhesive area of the windshield and pretreat with Sika activator - 205.
The Sika activator - 205 must not get onto adhesive area of adhesive bead.
ADHESIVE DESCRIPTION

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) .
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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Move the lever (1) in the arrow direction and close the special tool.
Make sure the cover (3) fits correctly in the guide pulleys (2).

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

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