86 21... Removing roof railing: Installation
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Check molded sealing parts for faults and replace if necessary. Pay attention to identification of molded sealing parts and position accordingly.
Check butylene tape seal.
Use new screws. Coat all screws with OKS 90 thread locking adhesive.
First screw down railing adapter in middle. Then press roof railing downwards with a force of approx. 50 N. Then screw down railing adapter at front and rear.
Tightening Torque for roof railing at front and rear, 86 21 1AZ.
Tightening Torque for roof railing in middle, 86 21 2AZ.