Removing and Installing Rear Lid Seal

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.