4100... Reinforcement Plate (Bonded)

In the case of a partial replacement piece, a body component is cut at a point described in the repair instructions.

A reinforcement plate is bonded in to ensure sufficient strength.

NOTE: The following graphics serve as general illustrations of reinforcement plate repair work. They apply to sectional repairs to the structure.

Mark component in accordance with measurement a and cut.

Fig 1: Identifying Cut Mark Measurement

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Preparation of new part

Cut new part (1) in accordance with cut on vehicle and if necessary adjust to fit with straightening attachment or universal mount.

Fig 2: Identifying Cut Position Of Part

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Make reinforcement plate (1) from trim of new part (2).

Length of reinforcement plate is 80 mm.

Fig 3: Identifying Reinforcement Plate And Trim Of Part

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Slide reinforcement plate (1) half-way into component on body and fasten with 2 self-tapping screws (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Reinforcement Plate With Self-Tapping Screws

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Adjust new part (1) to fit and set 4.3 mm dia. bore holes (2).

Remove new part again.

Release self-tapping screws (3).

Remove reinforcement plate.

Drill out bore holes (3) for screws to 4.3 mm dia.

Deburr all bore holes.

Fig 5: Identifying Bore Holes With Self-Tapping Screws

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IMPORTANT: Do not grind new part and body in area of bonding surfaces.

Installing reinforcement plate

Clean all bonding surfaces with cleaning agent R1.

Apply adhesive (1) to reinforcement plate bonding surface.

Carefully slide reinforcement plate half-way into body component (2).

IMPORTANT: When joining reinforcement plate, make sure there is sufficient adhesive on bonding surfaces.

Fig 6: Identifying Adhesive And Body Component

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Rivet reinforcement plate (1) up to half-way with blind rivets N3 (2).

Fig 7: Identifying Reinforcement Plate With Rivets

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Apply adhesive (1) to reinforcement plate bonding surface.

Fig 8: Identifying Adhesive And Rivets

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Install new part (1) with straightening attachment or universal mount and rivet with blind rivets N3 (2).

After adhesive has hardened, flatten adhesive area and seal blind rivets.

Fig 9: Identifying Blind Rivets

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