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Tensioned Headliner Tensioning Bands







Tensioned Headliner Tensioning Bands

Routing Tensioning Bands

Always align eyes correctly according to instructions.

When routing tensioning bands, ensure they do not rub against each other or other components.

Mark and note routing of tensioning bands and positioning of eyes.

If possible, remove only one side so the other side can serve as a pattern.






1 Bolt

The screw is micro-encapsulated and must always be replaced.

3 Nm

2 Eye

Moveable diverting eye for tensioning band.

Different versions, with and without guide tab.

- Arrow a - shows direction of eye on bolt points with marking.

3 Marking

The recessed area - arrow a - in the marking shows the direction of the eye.

4 Seal

For securing tensioning bands - 5 - to tensioned headliner and roof pillar trim.

When replacing the tensioning bands, secure the seal to the bands with sealing pliers (VAS 6372).

5 Tensioning band

Each tensioning band can be replaced separately. Delivered without eyes and seals.

6 Double eye

Simple tensioning band diverting eye.

7 End eye

When replacing the tensioning bands, secure the end eyes to the bands with sealing pliers (VAS 6372).