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To fit

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  1. Clean the new connecting tab and the window with Teroson FL 875.

    Also clean the surface where the adhesive is to be mixed.

  2. Use Adhesive, Chemtronics CW 2400. Squeeze about 15 mm out of each tub and mix thoroughly.
  3. Apply the adhesive to the new connecting tab.
    Fig 1: Applying Adhesive To Connecting Tab
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    IMPORTANT: It is important the connecting tab is not disturbed during hardening. The temperature of the connecting tab must not exceed 55°C (131°F) when using a hot-air gun.
  4. Place the new connecting tab in the same position as the old one. Make sure the adhesive flows up against the side of the connecting tab.

    Hold the connecting tab in place using a clip with a weak spring. Heat carefully for 15 minutes with the hot-air gun. This time applies when the ambient temperature is at least 20°C (68°F).

  5. Wait until the window and connecting tab have cooled before attaching components and plugging in connectors.
  6. Remove the clip and the wedges.
  7. Fit the window's rubber molding.
    WARNING: Use protective goggles as the clips can come loose from the pliers.
  8. Fit the window frame using 30 12 598 CIRCLIP PLIERS  to open the clips. Then fit the clips to the frame. Make sure that the headlining is correctly positioned.
    Fig 2: Opening Clips With Circlip Pliers
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  9. Bend up the insulated end of the connecting tab. The tab must not be against the window frame.
    Fig 3: Locating Connecting Tab
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  10. Plug in the connecting tab connectors.
    Fig 4: Identifying Connecting Tab Connectors
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  11. Fit the plastic rail on the upper edge of the window.
    Fig 5: Identifying Plastic Rail On Upper Edge Of Window
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  12. Fit the plastic clips of the headlining.
    Fig 6: Illustration For Step 12-13
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  13. Press the headlining into the retaining groove of the sixth bow.
  14. Fold back the outer roof.
  15. Fit the outer roof edging strip on the sixth bow. Fit the sixth bow locking strip.
    Fig 7: Illustration For Step 14-15
    G05063672Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  16. Fit the Velcro strap to the rear rail.
    Fig 8: Identifying Velcro Strap To Rear Rail
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  17. Hook the outer roof attaching profile to the rear rail.
    Fig 9: Identifying Outer Roof Attaching Profile To Rear Rail
    G05566785Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  18. Fit the rear rail seal. Hook the top part of the seal to the mounting and then press it into the rail.
    Fig 10: Locating Rear Rail Seal
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  19. Close the soft top and check that the electrically heated rear window is working.
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