41 14 020 Replacing Front Left Or Right Wheel Arch
Note the special vehicle identification number procedure when replacing the front right wheel arch (order the new body part with the vehicle identification number, if necessary)!
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific PROCEDURE .
Use only an approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS for repairs!
Place vehicle on straightening bench.
Following new body parts are required
- (1) Wheel arch, front
- (2) Carrier support, wheel arch, front,
Following CONSUMABLES are required:
CONSUMABLES REFERENCE CHART
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Adhesive K1 | 1 |
| Blind rivets N1 | 32 |
| Cleaning agent R1 | 1 |
| Sealant D1 |
Open welded connections in areas (1).
Open welded connections in areas (1).
Open welded connections in area (1).
Open spot-welded adhesive joint in area (2).
Remove wheel arch with carrier support.
New part preparation
Adjust new part to fit with alignment bracket or universal mount and secure.
In areas (1) set thirty two 6.8 mm dia. bore holes for blind rivets N1.
Remove new part and deburr bore holes.
Installing wheel arch and carrier support
Clean all bonding surfaces on vehicle (1) and on new part with cleaning agent.
Apply K1 adhesive to bonding surfaces (1).
Install new parts and rivet with blind rivets N 1 (1).