Trunk / Liftgate Weatherstrip: Service and Repair

Removing And Installing Rear Lid Seal

Removing the lid seal

1. Open the rear lid.
2. Pull the seal from the flanges at the corner pieces -A-, side panels -B-, closing panel -C- and convertible top compartment cover -D-.







3. Lift the seal up and off.







Installing rear lid seal

INFORMATION:
- Before replacing, check the existing seal for signs of damage (areas torn, crushed, etc.). If there are signs of damage, the seal must be replaced.
- The seal is pressed onto the flange without any additional sealants.

1. Position the seal from above.







2. Pre-position the seal and press onto the sheetmetal flange in this area -A-.







3. Apply the seal evenly along the flanges. Position and press the seal without any tension on the flanges to the side panel -B-, to the closing panel -C- and to the convertible top compartment cover -D-.

INFORMATION: Pay particular attention to the areas near the tight roundings for correct installation; there must be no deformation or stretching.

4. Check for correct fitting.
5. Close rear lid.