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Jul 11th, 2019, 09:42 | #1 |
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Simple question re trim removal.
Anyone tell me how to remove the trim in the footwells, so I can get access to the internals of the wing? I need to fit new interior light switches and door checks.
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Jul 11th, 2019, 14:16 | #2 |
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There is a splash panel under the wing which is held on by several screws, likely covered in the tar like rustproofing, remove those and you’ll have access.
Best to replace the rubber seal while you’re at it. You may find a lot of mud, debris in there, hopefully not some rust and rot. Last edited by c1800; Jul 11th, 2019 at 14:39. |
Jul 11th, 2019, 17:35 | #3 |
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Brilliant, C1800. Many thanks and also for th tip re the rubber sealing strip. Good plan.
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Jul 12th, 2019, 03:24 | #5 | |
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As to the splash panels, it’s a good idea to remove and see what’s going on in there, and do any necessary cleaning and rust abatement. |
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Jul 14th, 2019, 20:26 | #6 |
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Exactly as Robert has said for courtesy light switches, the wiring is behind the kick trim panel which is simply held by spring clips to the car body. Once removed with a decent trim tool you will then see the black earth wire which feeds down to the switch. Unscrew the switch from the A pillar and pull off the feed wire, as a tip, remove the fuse or disconnect the battery to prevent your interior light doing a merry dance if the connector touches the body (which it will!).
Door check straps need to be inserted into the leading door edge with the door removed. Sadly it doesn't open wide enough to insert them with the door in place. However, a cheat procedure is to slightly bend/bow the new check strap so that it can be inserted into the open door edge and then re-straighten it to align it with the A pillar mounting point. It's fiddly and quite hard but can be done with some brute force and a couple of pairs of mole grips. Last edited by cassell; Jul 14th, 2019 at 20:53. |
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Jul 14th, 2019, 21:19 | #7 |
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Thank you all for these comments. Really appreciate the time you take to help me with all my questions!
Re the interior trim panels, there just pop out with a lever-type tool be hind, yes? Don't want to damage them by experimenting! Re door checks. There seems to be some controversy over whether I need to remove the splash panels.... |
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Jul 15th, 2019, 07:50 | #8 |
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I stand corrected, no need to remove the splash panels for access to the door switch and check, I was off course after keying on internals to the wing.
Let us know how you make out, and good luck. |
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