86 21... Installing sponge rubber seal

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NOTE: Removing old sponge rubber seal: Pull off old sponge rubber seal. Remove remaining traces of adhesive with universal cleaner.

Sponge rubber seal runs along area marked gray (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Sponge Rubber Seal Areas

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Lay sponge rubber seal (1) in middle of hood contact surface (2).

Installation

Degrease contact surface (2) with benzine and rub down with a dry cloth. Stick on sponge rubber seal (1) according to manufacturer's instructions. Position end face of seal (1) in a straight area.

Fig 2: Identifying Rubber Seal With Contact Surface Area

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