86 21... Installing rubber roof strip

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 86 21... Installing rubber roof strip
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NOTE: Pull off old rubber roof strip and remove remaining traces of adhesive with universal cleaner. Rub down with a dry cloth.

Select rubber roof strip according to length of roof recess (1). Arrange chamfered ends of rubber roof strip to match shape of roof recess (1).

Installation: 

Pretreat bonding area and stick on rubber roof strip according to manufacturer's instructions.

Fig 1: Identifying Roof Recess
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RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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