bluenuys

I have a replacement arm rest but am puzzled on how to replace it.

It looks like most of the attachment points are glued into the door panel with these dime-sized pieces of ABS. But the replacement armrest only has the stems, not the "heads"

I guess at the factory they use some kind of head machine to quickly bond the armrest to the panel with round ABS buttons.

Does anyone have experience on this? am I better off trying to screw metal screws into the stems for a conventional attachment, or should I try to create my own ABS "heads" and try to bond everything using ABS cement?


glc 300 front driver door panel, backside, arm rest connections highlighted.

eddieo45

I swear I posted a reply yesterday....oh well.

I think you're in good shape for a few reasons:

• you found the part, which I haven't seen listed separately
• you're aware of your options - glue or screws - and willing to give it a go
• you came to the right place for opinions!!

I think THIS W203 THREAD could be helpful, with photos, removal instructions and even a glue recommendation. I'd try the glue first, as you could later screw right through your glued spots if they don't hold.

bluenuys

Sadly, i further marred the vinyl on the panel while taking it apart. Maybe i should stop drinking vodka before working on the car.

I have ordered a full replacement panel. I just have to swap the decorative trim with the speaker grill.