2.0 Straightening outer skin

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"Cold" straightening: Press dents out from their center and smooth in an inwards direction with gentle taps.
In the case of small, soft dents (hail and parking damage), this is also possible without damaging the paintwork. This work requires a special tool and a trained employee.
In the case of damaged areas which are only accessible from one side, a repair system with welding can be used.
Avoid cracking.
Avoid hardening and overstretching.
Avoid heating and excess temperature the outer skin over large areas.
When the surface exhibits an unevenness no greater than 2 mm after straightening, putty compound can be used to even out the area (see Painting Handbook).
Unevenness greater than 2 mm with metal putty.

NOTE: Only applicable within the European Union!

European used-vehicle regulations prohibit the use of tin containing lead in motor vehicles introduced after 01.07.2003!
For high-security vehicle, note the special information in the repair instructions!