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Installation [12/2019 - ]: Procedure

  1. INSTALL BACK DOOR WEATHERSTRIP 
    1. Make sure to remove any non-drying sealant from the vehicle body.
      NOTE:

      If there is any non-drying sealant remaining on the vehicle body, the back door weatherstrip may not be able to be securely installed and may fall off. Make sure to completely remove the non-drying sealant from both the interior side and exterior side installation surfaces on the vehicle body.

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    2. Align the joint of a new back door weatherstrip with the back door lock striker and temporarily install the back door weatherstrip.
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      *a Paint mark (White) *b Paint mark (Yellow)
      *c Joint - -
      Cutout Flange Position
    3. Align the paint marks on the back door weatherstrip with the flange on the vehicle body indicated by the arrow, and install the back door weatherstrip.
      NOTE:
      • Make sure to position the paint mark correctly during installation. Failure to do so may lead to water ingress.
      • After installation, check that the corners fit correctly.

      HINT: 

      Make sure to install the parts of the back door weatherstrip near the joint and paint mark shown in the illustration first, and then install the corners.

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