Replacing Rear Left Outer Wheel Arch Section (Rear Side Panel Removed) (M4 Coupe)
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .
Follow procedure for REPAIR STAGE 2 .
Following new body parts are required (see applicable BMW Parts Catalog):
- (1) Outer wheel arch section, rear
- Shaped part B-pillar, outer
- Shaped part wheel arch, front
Following CONSUMABLES are required:
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Adhesive K5a | 1 |
| Blind rivet N3 | 12 |
| Cleaning agent R1 | 1 |
| Cavity sealing wax remover | 1 |
| Sealant D1 |
Removal
Remove cavity sealing (1).
Mark severance cut (2) as pictured and cut.
Remove part of the outer wheel arch section.
Preparation of new part:
Mark severance cut on new part according to severance cut on vehicle + 20 mm material extra and cut.
Adjust new parts in combination with side wall to fit and secure.
In area of bonding surface (1), drill 12 4.2 mm dia. bore holes for blind rivets.
Installation
Clean all bonding surfaces on new part and on vehicle with cleaning agent R1.
Apply adhesive to bonding surfaces.
Apply sealant to new CAVITY SEALING .
Install and rivet outer wheel arch section.