41 14 503 Replacing Rear Right Outer Wheel Arch Section (Side Panel Removed)

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Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific PROCEDURE 

Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.

Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs, see WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT !

Following new body parts are required (refer to BMW Electronic Parts Catalogue):

• (1) Wheel arch, rear, outer half
• (2) Reinforcement, C-pillar, bottom
• (3) Shaped parts, wheel arch (not pictured)

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Arch, Reinforcement And Shaped Parts

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Removal of the outer wheel arch section 

Remove cavity acoustic baffle  (1), see 41 00... Installing a cavity acoustic baffle (not expanded) .

Open weld joints in area (2).

Remove reinforcement on C pillar.

Fig 2: Identifying Weld Joints Area And Cavity Acoustic Baffle

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Mark severance cut (1) in accordance with measurement and cut.

Measurement a = 20 mm

Open weld joints in area (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Cut Mark Area And Weld Joints Area (1 Of 2)

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Fig 4: Identifying Cut Mark Area And Weld Joints Area (2 Of 2)

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Remove cavity acoustic baffle  (1), see 41 00... Installing a cavity acoustic baffle (not expanded) .

Mark severance cut (2) in accordance with measurement and cut.

Measurement a = 20 mm distance from radius.

Open weld joints in area (5).

Remove section for outer wheel arch section.

Preparation of new part: 

Mark new part in radius (1) and cut.

Installation: 

• Fit new part from below and adjust to fit in conjunction with side panel.

Fig 5: Identifying Radius Part

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