Assembly Information
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Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Hot Air Blower VAG1416
- Adhesive Strip Remover VAS6349
- It is not possible to remove the sill panel without damaging it.
- Heat the sill panel trim with a Hot Air Blower VAG1416.
- If installing the sill panel trim for the first time on a new vehicle or a newly painted surface, follow the procedure described in Paint Repair Service Information.
- If removing the sill panel trim, only use the Adhesive Remover D 002 000 10 to remove the adhesive residue.
- Remove any adhesive residue left by the tape using Adhesive Strip Remover VAS6349.
- Make sure the adhesive surfaces are free of dust and grease.
- Install the sill panel trim immediately after cleaning.
- Only remove the protective film right before assembly.
- Temperature approximately 21° C (70° F).