Installation Procedure

Important:  Apply light hand pressure in order to seat the strip when installing the rear compartment lid weatherstrip to the flange. Impact loads, such as with a mallet, will result in water leaks.

1. Position the rear compartment lid weatherstrip (1) to the flange.
2. Use light hand pressure to seat the rear compartment lid weatherstrip (1) to the flange.
3. Inspect the entire flange opening in order to ensure that the clinch is completely seated.
4. Close the rear compartment.
5. Use a hose with no nozzle attached to test the weatherstrip for leaks.
6. If the weatherstrip leaks, do the following:
   1. 6.1. Remove the rear compartment lid weatherstrip from the flange.
   2. 6.2. Brush the perimeter of the flange with weatherstrip adhesive, 3M™ P/N 08011 or equivalent.
   3. 6.3. Install the rear compartment lid weatherstrip to the flange.
   Fig 1: Installing Rear Compartment Opening Weatherstrip

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