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Sill Panel Trim







Sill Panel Trim

Repair Information

Heat the sill panel trim with a hot air blower (V.A.G 1416).

If installing the sill panel trim for the first time on a commercial vehicle or a newly painted surface, follow the procedure described in => Paint repair information; =>Paint Repairs; =>Paint Finish; =>Decorative Molding and Films.

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 remover (VAS 6349).

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 approx. 70°F (21°C).

The sill panel trim cannot be removed without damaging it.

Depending on the R-Line and Exclusive model versions.

The sill panel trim cannot be removed without damaging it.

The assembly procedure describes the left sill panel trim. The procedure for the right sill panel trim is the same.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Hot air gun (V.A.G 1416)






Removing

- Heat the sill panel trim - 1 - with the hot air blower (V.A.G 1416) and remove it from the sill panel.

Installation

Follow the installation instructions.

- Remove the protective film - 2 - for the new sill panel trim - 1 -.

- Bond the sill panel trim - 1 - to the sill panel according to - dimension a -.

The distance from the sill panel trim - 1 - to the sill panel strip - 3 - = 20 mm