41 34 038 Outer Tail Panel Section Replacement

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Spot-weld bonding is used for the first time on the E65. A specific procedure  must be followed here.

Following new body parts are required:

• Rear trim outer skin
  Fig 1: Identifying Rear Trim

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Open weld joints in area (1).

Release bond in areas (2) with hot air blower.

Installation: 

Apply adhesive  in areas (2). See 41 00... BONDING STEEL PARTS .

Fig 2: Identifying Weld Joints Areas And Bond Areas

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