Exterior Moulding / Trim: Service and Repair
Cover strip
Optional Equipment Depending on Country
• The covers cannot be removed without damaging them.
• The assembly procedure describes the left cover strip. The procedure for the right cover strip is the same.
Cover Strip Installation Instructions
• Warm the cover strip with a hot air blower (V.A.G 1416).
• If removing the cover strip, only use the adhesive remover (D 002 000 10) to remove the adhesive residue.
• Remove any adhesive residue left by the tape using adhesive remover (VAS 6349).
• Make sure the adhesive surfaces are free of dust and grease.
• Apply the sealing lip immediately after cleaning.
• Only remove the protective film right before assembly.
• Temperature approx. 70°F (21° C).
• The covers cannot be removed without damaging them.
Removing
- Warm the front cover strip - 1 - with the hot air gun (V.A.G 1416) and remove it from the sill panel - 2 -.
Installation
- Remove the protective film from the new cover strip - 1 -.
- Position the cover strip - 1 - and glue it to the sill panel - 2 -.