Assembly Instructions: Removing

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Wiring Harness Repair Set - Hot Air Blower:VAS 1978/14A

Fig 1: Hot Air Blower VAG1416
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Adhesive Strip Remover:VAS 6349

Fig 2: Adhesive Remover VAS 6349
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NOTE:

The following describes the removing and installing the left side sill trim panel. Removing and installing the right side sill trim panel is identical.

Depending on the model version, slight differences must be considered when removing and installing.

The side sill trim panel cannot be removed without damage.

Fig 3: Exploded View Of Side Sill Trim Panel

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-- Remove the bolts -7- on the fender.

-- Remove the expanding rivets -8- and pull off the grommets.

-- Warm up the side sill trim panel -1- near the adhesive tape -3- using the Wiring Harness Repair Set - Hot Air Blower:VAS1978/14A .

-- Pull the side sill trim panel -1- forcefully off the side sill.