Preparing New Part

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Remove adhesive residue on the vehicle flange surfaces.
Mark and carry out a separating cut (1) on the outer wheel arch section as per the separating cut (2) on the vehicle with a material allowance of 15 mm.

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Mark and carry out a separating cut (1) on the outer wheel arch section as per the separating cut (2) on the vehicle with a material allowance of 15 mm.

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Adjust the new outer wheel arch section together with the side panel.
Prepare the new part in areas (1) and (2) for joining by welding.

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For additional information see 4100... SPOT-WELD BONDING STEEL COMPONENTS (ALL X5 MODELS, 2019-2022) .
In area (2), observe the procedure for the replacement of spot-welded adhesive joints for the series.

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Prepare the new part in areas (1) and (2) for joining by welding.
Prepare area (1) for joining by overlapping.

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Remove the adhesive in area (1) between the panels.
Prepare new part for joining by welding in the area of the separating cut (2).

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Prepare the new part in areas (1) and (2) for joining by welding.
Prepare area (1) for joining by overlapping.

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Adjust the new part and prepare for joining by welding in areas (1) and (2).

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Replacing the coarse thread bolts and threaded weld bolts, surface steel

NOTE: Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.
Take the number and position from the component to be replaced or the installed parts.
Replace the coarse thread bolt (1) and the threaded weld bolt (2).
Parts: Coarse thread bolt (1), threaded weld bolt (2)

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Weld the coarse thread bolt (1) and threaded weld bolt (2) onto the new part.