Masking when painting doors - AR98.00-P-0200-05SX

Work procedure for completely 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 rail (3).
6. Close window.
   Fig 1: Identifying Door Handle, Outside Rearview Mirror, Trim Strip And Rail

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

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7. Mask off door openings (5) with adhesive tape.
8. Tape rubber seal to front fender with Stegoband masking tape.
9. Cover door sill, longitudinal member trim area and B-pillar.
10. Mask off longitudinal member trim.
11. Generously cover the door fold at the bottom and at the side.
12. Mask off front door or rear door (model 221).
13. Tape bottom rubber door seal with adhesive tape.
    Fig 3: Identifying Front Door Openings Adhesive Tape Masking Area

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    Fig 4: Identifying Rear Door Openings Adhesive Tape Masking Area

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14. Close front door or rear door (model 221).
15. Completely cover vehicle with masking paper.

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

    Fig 5: Identifying Vehicle Covered Area (Except Front Door)

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    Fig 6: Identifying Vehicle Covered Area (Except Rear Door)

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