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54 37 ... Gauging roof module brackets: Notes

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Special tools required: 

IMPORTANT: The roof module brackets are gauged and the screw connection sealed at the factory.
Gauging of the brackets is only to be carried out after a repair to the body.
It is necessary in the warranty period to consult the country-specific hotline before opening the screw connection seal.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

IMPORTANT: Always install and remove roof module gauge with 2 helpers.
To prevent damaging the roof module gauge, set the gauge down only in the transportation crate or on brackets.
The roof module gauge is a highly sensitive measuring instrument which reacts even to light impacts with distortion.
The roof module gauge must  be checked for dimensional accuracy on a master gauge after being subjected to impact or dropped.