Prepare New Part

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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: 4100... BMW/MINI BONDING INSTRUCTIONS (ALL X5 MODELS, 2019-2022) .

NOTE: Perform the steps on the left and right side.

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

(2) = Separating cut on the vehicle

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Release the outer parts of the inner tail panel from the middle part:
Screw in a few retaining screws in the flange surface (1).
In so doing: Do not place the retaining screws on the series spot-welds.
Release the series spot-welds in the area (1).
Do not drill through completely. Note the joint made by MAG welding.
Open welded connections in area (2).
Release the outer parts of the tail panel from the middle part.
Fit and fix the inner parts of the rear trim panel.
Prepare areas (1) to (3) for joining by welding.

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NOTE: To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.
Prepare area (1) for joining by welding.
NOTE: Section of the outer rear end plate is hidden for a better overview.

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Prepare areas (1) and (2) for joining by welding.

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Prepare areas (1) and (2) for joining by welding.

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Prepare areas (1) and (2) for joining by welding.

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Prepare area (1) for joining by welding.

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Adjust and secure the outer section of the rear trim panel in combination with the tailgate and rear lights.

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Prepare area (1) for joining by bonded rivet method.
In area (1), male 3 bore holes with 0 4.2 mm for blind rivets.
Prepare area (2) for joining by welding.

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Prepare the joints in areas (1) and (2) using the bond-and-rivet method.

In areas (1) and (2), make bore holes of 0 4.2 mm for the blind rivet.

Area	Number
1	9
2	3

In area (3), prepare for joining by the bonded rivet method.

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Check ground pins and replace if necessary

NOTE: Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.
Check the ground pins (1) for stability and replace if necessary.

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