41 14 021 Replacing Front Left Wheel Arch: Notes

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These instructions are only applicable the first time the wheel arch is replaced! Repeated replacement is only permitted after consultation with and release by BMW.

If the wheel arch has not yet been replaced, this can be recognized from the punch rivets (1) fitted at the factory.

If replacing the wheel arch, replace the punch rivets with blind rivets (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Arch Punch Rivet And Blind Rivet

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Observe procedure of REPAIR STAGE 3 .

Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .

Strip down See 41 14 021 STRIPPING OPERATIONS - REPLACING FRONT LEFT WHEEL ARCH or 41 14 031 STRIPPING OPERATIONS - REPLACING FRONT RIGHT WHEEL ARCH vehicle.

Steel - aluminum composite construction is used on the vehicle. Observe specific PROCEDURE .

Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific PROCEDURE .

Use only approved SPOT-WELDING EQUIPMENT for repairs!

Place vehicle on straightening bench.

Following new body parts are required (see Electronic Parts Catalogue):

(1) Wheel arch, front
(2) Connection, side frame, rear

Following CONSUMABLES are required:

Material	Quantity
Adhesive K1	1
Blind rivets N2	31
Cleaning agent R1	1
Cavity sealing wax remover	1
Sealant D1

Fig 2: Identifying Front Wheel Arch And Rear Side Frame Connection

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