18 10... Replacing chrome panel (M62): Procedure

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Open weld seams (1).

Open welding spots.

Pull off chrome panel (2).

Fig 1: Removing Chrome Panel

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Installation:

Push chrome panel onto rear muffler.

Spacing (A) to edge of rear muffler must be 1-2 mm all round.

Chrome panel must be welded at four points to a length (B) of approx. 25 mm.

Apply plug welding spots to arrowed points.

Apply corrosion protection to welding points.

Fig 2: Installing Chrome Panel

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