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Old May 24, 2025 | 01:06 PM
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Question R350 How to Remove Windshield Cowl?

I am trying to remove the windshield cowl, MB part, 2518300028. The rubber rings around the wipers are stiffened and broken due to the sun, California car. I can move it side to side, but cannot pull it down. I assume I am missing the clips somewhere, but I can't see where. I figure if I force it I will break the windshield and this cowl. Please help.

Below is the part on my R350, and below that is one I found on eBay. I studied the eBay part carefully, but still can't see the clips that I am missing.



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Old Jul 15, 2025 | 08:29 PM
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did you figure it out? I took mine off too... basically tight fit/slot all along the bottom of the windshield.
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here is a video

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THIS video shows the install of the cowl. Scan it midway you can see him install the cowl
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