Body - A Post Lower Trim loose
Section8
Group
84
No.
0029
Year
00
Month
08
S80 / V70 2001-
1999- / 2001-
Lower A post trim, alignment
Background
The lower A post trim, between the fender and cowl may become loose causing a misalignment. Should a customer be concerned about the alignment, reattach trim according to the method described herein.
Materials
End piece trim moulding A-pillar, deformed
Lower A post trim, alignment
Remove
1
Remove
Remove the lower A post trim.
Start by removing the clip.
Pry up with a plastic trim tool to disengage the hooks on the front side.
Pull the trim forward~ inward to get it out without damaging the hooks.
2
Detach and clean
Note!
The surfaces that are to be bonded must be free of grease.
Clean all the mating surfaces using mineral spirits.
Clean again using cleaner H.
Hint:
Remove any double-sided adhesive tape and replace with new double-sided adhesive tape if necessary.
Install
3
Bond and install
Apply adhesive to surfaces 1-3 as illustrated.
Install the end trim. Press into place in reverse order described in step 1. Hold in place for a short time until the adhesive has cured.
Note!
Avoid excess. Remove any excess from painted surfaces immediately.
Check that there are no gaps at the mating surfaces 1-3.
4
Reinstall
Note!
At this point the the trim should be reinstalled!
Ensure catch (A) is hooked onto the windshield edge.
Reinstall the attachment clip in cowl for lower A post trim.
WARRANTY STATEMENT: Claims may be submitted under the New Car Warranty when there is a documented customer complaint, using claim type 01.