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W113 Pagoda SL Group => Body, interior, paint, chrome, and cosmetic items => Topic started by: Andres G on January 31, 2010, 20:57:33

Title: Passenger side window chrome strip - How do you put it in place?
Post by: Andres G on January 31, 2010, 20:57:33

Hello All,

I have noticed that the chrome trim on the passenger side door, the one that sits right outside the window, has partially come off the latches that hold it in place. Can anyone give me a hint on how to get it back in place (and how to make it stay there as well)?

Thanks,
Andres G

Title: Re: Passenger side window chrome strip - How do you put it in place?
Post by: Cees Klumper on January 31, 2010, 22:11:35

What I've done successfully in the past: make sure there are sufficient clips in good condition alongside the metal rim. Then push the strip so that it starts to engage with the clips properly. Then, for the final few millimeters, a couple of fast firm blows with the flat hand, to seat the trim onto the clips. As you hit the strip, you can see it seating. There is probably a better, less 'violent' way, but this has worked for me.