Chrome tailgate trim strip 6R0071360

Step-by-step fitting of the self-adhesive chrome trim strip on the lower edge of the tailgate of the Volkswagen Polo from 2009.

Fitting the trim strip

Part number:
6R0 071 360
Vehicle:
Polo 2009– (6R)

Scope of delivery

Trim strip and cleaning wipe (1 each)
Trim strip and cleaning wipe (1 each)

Fitting

1. The strip goes on the lower edge of the tailgate.
1. The strip goes on the lower edge of the tailgate.
2. Take the cleaning wipe out of its sachet.
2. Take the cleaning wipe out of its sachet.
3. Wipe the surface with the wipe (1) at 15–35 °C and wait 5 minutes (2).
3. Wipe the surface with the wipe (1) at 15–35 °C and wait 5 minutes (2).
4. Position the strip with equal gaps on both sides (x = x), about 2 mm from the edge (y).
4. Position the strip with equal gaps on both sides (x = x), about 2 mm from the edge (y).
5. Peel about 20 cm of the backing off the adhesive tape at one end.
5. Peel about 20 cm of the backing off the adhesive tape at one end.
6. Stick the start of the strip on (1) and keep pulling the backing off (2).
6. Stick the start of the strip on (1) and keep pulling the backing off (2).
7. Press the strip on (1) while pulling off the rest of the backing (2); dispose of the backing.
7. Press the strip on (1) while pulling off the rest of the backing (2); dispose of the backing.
8. Press the strip on firmly along its whole length.
8. Press the strip on firmly along its whole length.
9. For 48 hours, do not wash with a sponge or in a car wash.
9. For 48 hours, do not wash with a sponge or in a car wash.