Body - Warps In The Roof Paneling

W 166 roof paneling deformed

Topic number L165.10-P-054980

Version 2

Design group 65.10 Roof paneling

Date 02-05-2013

Validity W 166 from SOP to 01.05.2012

Reason for change Country distribution expanded

Complaint:

Warps in the roof paneling.

Cause:

Stresses in the roof paneling at the edges near the roof frame.

Remedy:

1. Remove roof rail and headliner (see AR68.30-P-4300CX).








2. Caulk outside edge of roof paneling using a suitable tool, see attachment (caution due to potential paintwork damage).

Important:

Slight undulations may still be visible in the roof paneling after the repair. However, this condition corresponds to the series production configuration.














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