54 37 ... Checking Distinguishing Features, Sealing System New/Old

54 37 ... Checking Distinguishing Features, Sealing System New/Old







NOTE:
- The altered sealing system has universally been incorporated into production since 03/2009, and has already been in production in the Shadow-Line equipment specification since 01/2009.
- In isolated cases from 4th quarter 07 on, vehicles may turn up with the altered sealing system from trial runs.
- Mixed installation between old and new systems will result in leaks.







1. = new (altered) sealing system
2. = old sealing system

Seal for front roof shell:







Old:
Two filler pieces are fitted in the front area of the seal. Filler pieces can be identified by touch.

New:
Seal without filler pieces. Filler pieces cannot be identified by touching.

Seal for front roof shell:







New:
The side edge of the front seal is pulled down a further 1.5 mm. Window glass retracts into this seal by a further 1.5 mm.

Front centre roof shell seal:







New:
Modified rib structure on seal.

Rear centre roof shell seal:







New:
Additional rubber structure at rear end of seal.

Roof shell seal, rear:







New:
Omission of lip at front end of seal.

Soft top cover seal:







Recondition shaped corner at transition of soft top cover seal to luggage compartment seal.

Cut off middle rib approx. 3-4 cm to allow water to flow off better in this area.