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51 11... Removing and installing/replacing holder for side view camera on left or right
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove side view video camera
- Pull side view video camera holder off bumper with a suitable tool (holder is secured with double-sided adhesive tape.)
- New holder is painted in vehicle color
General remarks on working with adhesive film (1)
- If adhesive films exhibit partly detached protective film on delivery, they must not be bonded.
- Store adhesive films at 5 °C to 40 °C.
- Bonding at room and object temperature 25° ± 5° C.
- Temperatures between 40 and 50 °C significantly increase initial adhesion.
Installation note:
Identification (2) indicates on which side of the vehicle holder (1) is bonded in place.
For installation position observe shape of holder (1).
- Degrease adhesive area on bumper and holder with solvent and remove other residue as well. Never use paint thinner!
Wear protective gloves.
Do not touch the adhesive area after cleaning.
- First apply adhesive film to holder.
- Then press onto inside of bumper by applying force (approx. 10 kg) for at least 1 minute.
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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.