Repair instructions for deformation of the dashboard

Repair instructions for deformation of the dashboard in the area of the right-hand drinks holder

 

Complaint

Sink mark on the dashboard in the area of the drinks holder on the right-hand side.

Cause

Screw connection of the drinks holder on the right-hand side deforms the dashboard.

Repair instruction

  1. Remove the decorative panel and drinks holder on the right.
  2. Reduce tension in the panelling in the area of the drinks holder screw connection by making a cut in the contact surface from top to bottom. See Fig. 1.
  3. Subsequently use a hot-air blower to slightly heat the affected position on the dashboard until the deformation goes back to the way it was.

Fig. 1

 

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The cut points are marked as white stripes.