51 71 120 Removing and installing/replacing cowl panel seal

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove MOLDING ON RAIN GUTTER on left/right

NOTE: The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.

Pull back tab (1) and release screw (2) underneath.

Installation:

Water drainage channel (3) must not be clogged.

Fig 1: Identifying Water Drainage Channel With Back Tab And Screw

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Detach seal (1) in direction of arrow from window frame.

Installation:

If necessary, moisten seal (1) with water for better fitting.

Fig 2: Moisten Seal

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