Preparing New Part

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the spindle drive .
Shifting the trunk lid manually can damage the spindle drive .

Only shift trunk lid slowly hand force.

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: Perform the steps on the left and right side.

Mark the separating cut (1) on the new part to match the separating cut (2) on the vehicle + a material allowance of approx. 15 - 20 mm and carry out the cut.

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NOTE: Perform the steps on the left and right side.
Prepare the area (1) on the new part and on the body for joining with the bonded rivet method.

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Adjust and secure the tail cowling in combination with the tailgate and tail lights.

In the areas (1) to (3), drill the Ø 4.2 mm bores for the blind rivets.

Area	Number
1	14
2	1
3	2

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In the areas (1) to (3), drill the Ø 4.2 mm bores for the blind rivets.

Area	Number
1	2
2	1
3	14

Remove the new part and deburr the bores.

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