Preparation Of New Part

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Open welded connections in area (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Welded Connections Area

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In areas (1) cut open engine support from opposite side and open welded connections.

In area (2) open welded connections from inside.

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Support And Welded Connections Area

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Adjust new parts to fit with alignment bracket or universal mount and secure.

In areas (1) to (3) set 6.8 mm dia. bore holes for blind rivets N1:

Installation note:

After adhesive has hardened install 2 EMC SCREWS in areas (1) and (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Bore Holes And EMC Screws Area

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In areas (1) and (2) set 6.8 mm dia. bore holes for blind rivets N1:

Area (1): 3 bore holes
Area (2): 2 bore holes

Fig 4: Identifying Bore Holes Area Of Blind Rivets
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In areas (1) and (2) set 6.8 mm dia. bore holes for blind rivets N1:

Installation note:

In area (3) 2 N5 punch rivets are used later.

Fig 5: Identifying Punch Rivets And Bore Hole Area

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In areas (1) to (4) set 6.8 mm dia. bore holes for blind rivets N1:

Installation note:

After adhesive has hardened install 2 EMC screws in areas (1) and (4).

Fig 6: Identifying Bore Holes And EMC Screws Area

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Set two 6.8 mm dia. holes for blind rivets N1 in area (1).

Remove all new parts and deburr holes.

Fig 7: Identifying Blind Rivets Area

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IMPORTANT: Structure bonding!
OBSERVE preparation of bonding surfaces.