Cover before painting the doors above the strip - AR98.00-P-0200-22SX

Work procedure for partially painting door, shown on model 221 

1. Remove door handle (1).
2. Open window.
3. Remove outside rearview mirror (4).
4. Remove trim strip on waistline (2) with rubber seal.
5. Remove lower rail (3).
6. Close window.
   Fig 1: Identifying Door Handle, Outside Rearview Mirror, Trim On Waistline And Lower Rail

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   Fig 2: Identifying Door Handle, Trim On Waistline And Lower Rail

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7. Mask off door fold above lower rail (overlapping all-round) with 38 mm wide adhesive tape.
8. Completely cover vehicle with masking paper.

   Avoid paint mist in the vehicle interior to prevent damage to the interior equipment.

   Fig 3: Identifying Door Fold Masked Area (Front Door)

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   Fig 4: Identifying Door Fold Masked Area (Rear Door)

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