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86 21... Installing Sponge Rubber Seal

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Removing old sponge rubber seal: Pull off old sponge rubber seal. Remove remaining traces of adhesive with universal cleaner.

Sponge rubber seal runs along area marked gray (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Area Marked Gray
G04766475Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Lay sponge rubber seal (1) in middle of hood contact surface (2).

Installation: 

Degrease contact surface (2) with benzine and rub down with a dry cloth. Stick on sponge rubber seal (1) according to manufacturer's instructions. Position end face of seal (1) in a straight area.

Fig 2: Identifying Sponge Rubber Seal
G04766476Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.