Preparing The Body

Remove adhesive residue in the area (1) to 0.5 mm.
Do not damage the primed surface.
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 the damaged area with a cleaning agent.
CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Cleaning agent R2 500 ml 83190417324

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Clean the damaged area with a cleaning agent.
CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Cleaning agent R1 100 ml, Bottle 83192211217

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The adhesive flange area must not be painted over when the roof frame is being repaired or renewed.
Apply adhesive to the bare areas with a spatula or (fine) brush. Apply a uniformly thin layer (maximum 0.5 mm). The roof outer skin can be attached with an adhesive bond after hardening for 24 h at least at 15°C.
ADHESIVE SPECIFICATION

Body adhesive K5 50 ml 83192158654
Cut back the adhesive in areas (1).

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Cutting back the adhesive bead on the body

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Do not cut back the residual bead until shortly before bonding.
Position folded scraper (2) as shown.
Cut back adhesive bead (1) on body (3) to a thickness of approx. 0.5 mm.

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In order to adhere to the processing time of 15 minutes from the applying the adhesive, set the securing tools and locking pliers before installation.
Adjust the new roof outer skin.