- Clean the weather-strips with solvent.
- Clean the contact surfaces with solvent.
- Apply powder or chalk in an unbroken line to the contact surface
of the weather-strip around the perimeter of the following surfaces:
• | The rear compartment lid |
- Ensure that the surrounding areas are free of chalk or powder.
Important: Do not slam the panel.
- Close the panel completely.
- Inspect the applied line on the weather-strip.
The weather-strip will be marred where contact is good. A corresponding
imprint will be on the mating surfaces.
- Gaps or irregularities in the powder or chalk line indicate a
poor seal.