41 11 516 Replacing Front Left Or Right Support Carrier (Partial Replacement, Front Side Panel Removed)

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Use only approved Spot-Welding Apparatus  for repairs.

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

Place vehicle on straightening bench.

Following new body parts are required:

• (1) Support carrier, wheel arch, outer
  Fig 1: Identifying Outer Wheel Arch Support Carrier

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Mark severance cut in accordance with measurement a and cut support carrier.

Measurement a=240 mm from edge of rectangular hole.

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Open weld joints in area (1).