41 11 516 Replace Left Carrier Support (Partial Replacement, Front Side Panel Removed)

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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.

Place vehicle on straightening bench.

Following new body parts are required:

(1) Support carrier, wheel arch, front,

Fig 1: Identifying Front, Wheel Arch Support Carrier
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Open weld joints in area (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Weld Joints Area

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Open weld joints in areas (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Weld Joints Area

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to spring strut dome!

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

Measurement a=50 mm before 20 mm dia. bore

Installation:

Adjust new part to fit with straightening attachment or universal mount.

Weld in REINFORCEMENT PLATE at severance cut.

Fig 4: Identifying Severance Cutting Dimension From Bore Diameter

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