Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
86 21... Removing roof railing adapter
refer to 86 21... REMOVING ROOF RAILING
Remove molded sealing part (1).
Installation:
All molded sealing parts must rest flat on hood. Molded sealing parts are marked according to their position.
Cut butylene tape (1) out of railing adapter (2) along dotted line (3) with a knife.
Installation:
Use butylene tape, 5 mm round, for sealing railing adapter on hood roof.
Railing adapters at front and rear: Release screws (1) from inside of hood. Pull out railing adapter (2) and spacer plate (3) towards bottom.
Installation:
Use new screws. Coat all screws with OKS 90 thread locking adhesive. Install spacer plate (3) in its original position.
Tightening Torque for railing adapters at front and rear,
refer to 86 21 3AZ, see 86 21 HOOD
Railing adapter in middle: Release screws (1) from inside of hood. Twist out railing adapter from outside.
Installation:
Use new screws. Tightening Torque for railing adapter in middle,
refer to 86 21 4AZ, see 86 21 HOOD
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When to See a Mechanic
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.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.