Remove/install outer A-pillar paneling - AR88.80-P-8500V

MODEL 171.4 

Fig 1: Identifying Outer A-Pillar Paneling Components (1 Of 2)

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Fig 2: Identifying Outer A-Pillar Paneling Components (2 Of 2)

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	Remove/Install
1	Completely open Vario roof with soft top switch	See Operator's Manual
2	Remove bolt (2).
3	Carefully unclip paneling (1) with retaining rail (6) from clips (3) and retaining clips (4) from A-pillar	Unclip paneling (1) carefully, danger of damaging paneling (1).
		Installation:  Carefully press paneling (1) to A-pillar. Danger of damaging paneling (1) Installation:  Replace damaged clips (3). Ensure that paneling (1) is seated properly on A-pillar	Figure
4	Remove paneling (1) with retaining rail (6) from A-pillar	Installation:  Ensure that guide (arrow) is seated correctly on front fender
5.1	Turn locks (5) until paneling (1) can be removed from retaining rail (6)	Only when replacing paneling (1) or retaining rail (6). Installation: Replace locks (5).
6	Remove paneling (1) from retaining rail (6)
7	Install in the reverse order

Fig 3: Identifying Mounting Wedge (110 589 03 59 00)

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