86 21 ... Installing Sponge Rubber Seal

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NOTE: Removing old sponge rubber seal: Pull off old sponge rubber seal. Remove remaining traces of adhesive with universal cleaner, refer to BMW Operating Fluids.

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

Fig 1: Identifying Rubber Seal Area

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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 Seal End Face & Contact Surface

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