Rear deck lid weatherstrip - where should I cut?

[tamo3]

Hi,

I'm about to install rear deck lid weatherstrip that I purchased from MSA.

There are top part and side parts of the weatherstrips for the lid.

I'm wondering the direction of the installation is right or wrong.

Also, should I cut the top seal part of the weatherstrip or side seal parts of the weatherstrip to fit the lid?

Thanks for your advice in advance.

tamo3

[jfa.series1]

When you say cut, I presume you are talking about trimming off the excess length of the side portion of the outer seal. The center portion is an inverted "U", it looks like you have it positioned correctly - no cutting on this one. The side strips have a different cross section (no bulb), why - only a long dead Nissan engineer could tell us. After you get the top/center section securely installed, butt the side strip to it with the bottom flap on the outside. Secure with adhesive and trim where the metal rain rail ends. Hope this correctly answers your question.

[tamo3]

Thanks for your advice, Jim.

I thought I need to trim top seal since it come down to 1/3 of the side seal area.

I will just trim side seal.

Thanks,

tamo3