Upper rear black panels-clear coat problem
 

The upper rear black corners of my 2000 ML320 need to be replaced. All of the clearcoat is coming off. I purchased new panels at my local dealer and come to find that there are no clips to hold them in place. I'm guessing they used glue. I'm a DIY and would like to know how to R & R these panels :confused:

Jeff

rear corners installation?
 

The rear "corners" between the side & rear glass are "glued" on with a product used with automotive glass installation. I'm not sure exactly what it is but the dealer or a glass installer would have it.

P.S. How much did the replacement panels cost?

Corner price
 

Believe it or not.....$64 for pass. side and $110 for drivers side. The dealer couldn't tell me why either. They had a lot in stock, so it must be a common problem.

We're talking about the black plastic that is between the side & rear glass, right? Each side looks identical. How could the price be different? If they were identical in shape, I'd just buy two of the lower priced!

Each side is different in shape, and I also paid more for one side. I replaced both earlier this year as they had cracked in the middle. I am not sure what kind of adhesive/glue MB used, but it was so strong, the only way to get the panels off was to break them and remove it in pieces. I tried various adhesive removers in an attempt to soften it, but was unsuccessful. The glue is a flexible black rubber composite and has 2 to 3 different contact points per panel. Perhaps someone can better provide a solution of removing them with ease. Good luck.