41 11 150 Cover For Frame Side Member (Part Replacement Between A And B Pillar)

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Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure , see 41 00... Spot-weld bonding steel parts .

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, see 41 00... Workshop equipment !

Following new body parts are required:

Fig 1: Identifying B-Pillar With Entrance

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Fig 2: Identifying Cut Mark Area

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Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified measurements and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer plate only for following severance cuts.

Measurement a = approx. 50 mm behind hole dia. 25 mm.

Measurement b = approx. 250 mm before hole dia. 20 mm.

Open weld joints in areas (1) and (2).

Open adhesive bonds in areas (3). Open one welding spot in each case.

Installation:

Mark new part in accordance with severance cuts on vehicle and cut.

Apply adhesive in areas (3), see 41 00... Bonding steel on steel . Welding spots omitted in areas (3).

Weld in reinforcing panels at all severance cuts, see 41 00... Welding in reinforcement plate (steel plate) .

Bond and rivet new part in area (2), see 41 00... Bonding steel on steel .

Use Hemlock 813 blind rivet (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Service picture board - Aluminum and steel/bonding and welding).

Double number of rivets with respect to welding spots in area (2).