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Modify roof paneling for installing handle and clamping strap mount - AN68.30-P-0001-02A

Model 163.113 /154 #A up to 289564, #X up to 754619 Model 163.136/ 172 with code (847), 3rd seat row 

TORQUE SPECIFICATION Handles

Number Designation MODEL Series 163
BA68.70-P-1001-02A Screw for pivot handle/mount on roof frame Nm 2.5
  1. Remove clothes hook and accessory hook.
  2. Position template (1) to roof paneling.

    IMPORTANT Fasten template with adhesive tape.

  3. Mark points which must be cut out for installing the handle.
  4. Remove template (1).
  5. Cut out cutouts for handle.
    Fig 1: Identifying Handle Template
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Only on vehicles with safety standard FMVSS201. 

  1. 6.1 Install shock absorber (5).

    NOTES Danger of cracks. Carefully pull roof paneling downward and install shock absorber between roof paneling and roof frame.

    IMPORTANT The flat side of the shock absorber (5) points in the direction of the roof frame.

    Fig 2: Identifying Accessory Hook And Pivot Handle - Only On Vehicles With Safety Standard FMVSS201.
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  1. 7 Install accessory hook (2), clamping strap mount (3) and pivot handle (4).

    IMPORTANTOn vehicles with FMVSS201  install special clamping strap mounts and pivot handles with screws (6) TORQUE SPECIFICATION .

  2. 8 Repeat on opposite side.
    Fig 3: Identifying Accessory Hook, Clamping Strap Mount And Pivot Handle - On Vehicles With FMVSS201
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