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Body Side Moldings







Body Side Moldings

Removing






- Before removing, heat the body side moldings - 1/2 - around the adhesive tape - 3 - using the Hot Air Blower (V.A.G 1416) and remove the moldings.

Installation

The description applies to the left side. It can also be applied to the right side.

Only remove the protective film right before assembly. Processing temperature workshop temperature.

Stand time after installing body side moldings is approximately 4 hours at an ambient temperature of approx. 70° F (21° C).





- Remove any adhesive residue with adhesive remover (VAS 6349).

- Clean adhesion surface thoroughly with adhesive remover D 002 000 10 immediately prior to bonding on the side protective moldings.

The adhesive surface must be free of dust, grease and adhesive residue.

- Before installing, remove the protective foil from the adhesive tape - 3 -.

- Mount the body side moldings - 1/2 - onto the vehicle and firmly press it in the area of the adhesive tape - 3 -.