Preparing New Part

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Adhesive technology in the area of the outer skin (not for structural adhesion):
The bonding surfaces of the new parts may not sharpened or ground.
For more information see: 41 00... BMW bonding instructions

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic body parts damages.
Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic body parts may not be damaged under any circumstance.

Carry out separation cut only on outer component. Do not tap the underlying component.
While removing the adhesive, do not tap the underlying component.

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Remove adhesive residue in the areas (1) to 0.5 mm. Do not damage the CFRP body part during this operation.
Remove adhesive residue in the area (1) to 0.5 mm.
Do not damage the primed surface when doing so.
Minor damage up to 5 mm or scratches can be ignored.

In the event of more significant damage to the base coat (exceeding 5 mm), proceed as follows:
Pre-clean damaged area with solvent cleaner R2.
CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Cleaning agent R2 500 ml 83190417324
Clean damaged area with solvent cleaner R1.
CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Cleaning agent R1 100 ml, Bottle 83192211217

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Apply adhesive K5 to the bare areas with a spatula or a brush. Apply a thin, even layer (maximum 0.5 mm). The roof outer skin can be bonded after a curing period of 24 hours at a minimum temperature value of 15°C. The adhesive flange area must not be painted over when the roof frame is being repaired or renewed.
ADHESIVE DESCRIPTION

Body adhesive K5 50 ml 83192158654
Adjust new part roof outer skin.
Adjust the tensioning tools prior to installation to adhere to the processing time of 15 min from the application of the adhesive.
Mount roof clamps (1) and fix with retaining strap (2).

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Adjust roof pliers according to the schematic diagram.

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Position clamping tools only on stiffening embossings (1) in adhesive flange area of the roof outer skin. This guarantees correct distance and hence the correct amount of adhesive between the roof outer skin and the roof frame.

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Secure the roof outer skin in 3 areas with roof clamps and retaining straps as shown.

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Fix roof outer skin within the windshield area and the rear window area with locking pliers (1).
Release clamping tools and remove roof outer skin.

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic body parts damages.
Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic body parts may not be damaged under any circumstance.

Carry out separation cut only on outer component. Do not tap the underlying component.
While removing the adhesive, do not tap the underlying component.

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Remove the adhesive residue in the areas (1) to 0.5 mm. Do not damage the CFRP body part during this operation.
Remove the adhesive residue in the area (1) to 0.5 mm.
Do not damage the primer applied surface when doing so.
Smaller damage to 5 mm or scratch marks can be ignored.

In the event of larger damage to primer (greater than 5 mm), proceed as follows:
Pre-clean damaged area with cleaning agent R2.
CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Cleaning agent R2 500 ml 83190417324
Clean damaged area with cleaning agent R1.
CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Cleaning agent R1 100 ml, Bottle 83192211217

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Apply adhesive K5 to the bare areas with a spatula or a brush. Apply a thin, even layer (maximum 0.5 mm). The roof outer skin can be bonded after a curing period of 24 hours at a low temperature value of 15°C. The adhesive flange area must not be painted over when the roof frame is being repaired or replaced.
ADHESIVE DESCRIPTION

Body adhesive K5 50 ml 83192158654
Adjust new part roof outer skin.
In order to maintain the processing time of 15 min starting from the adhesive task, adjust clamping tool before installation.
Mount roof pliers (1) and fix with luggage strap (2) .

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Adjust roof pliers according to the schematic diagram.

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Position clamping tools only on stiffening embossings (1) in adhesive flange area of the roof outer skin. This guarantees correct distance and hence the correct amount of adhesive between the roof outer skin and the roof frame.

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Secure the roof outer skin in 3 areas with roof pliers and luggage straps as shown.

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Fix roof outer skin within the windshield area and the rear window area with fixing pliers (1) .
Release clamping tools and remove roof outer skin.

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