Remove Wheel Arch

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: 41 00... Releasing bonded connections

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: Open riveted joints (41 00).

Release the self-tapping screws in areas (1) and (2) .
Release the rivet connectors in areas (3) .
Heat and release the bonded connections in areas (1) to (3) . Do not damage the aluminum engine mount in the process!

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Release the rivet connectors in areas (1) and (2) .
Heat and release the bonded connections in areas (1) and (2) .

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Release the rivet connectors in areas (1) .
Heat and release the bonded connections in areas (1) .

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: 41 00... Spot-weld bonding steel components
Release the welded connections in areas (1) and (2) .
Heat and release the bonded connections in areas (1) and (2) .

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Open welded connections in area (1) .
Heat and release the bonded connection in area (1) .
Remove the wheel arch.

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