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Opening Bonded Connections Rep-Alg-RAGRP41-4105702 - V.3 (M4 2021-2023)

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  1. Opening spot-welded adhesive joint 

    OPEN WELDING SPOTS .

    WARNING: Draw off vapor and gases!
    Use personal protective clothing/equipment.

    Heat connecting flange with a hot air blower. Heat components to max. 250°C object temperature.

    Release connecting flange with chisel.

    Remove adhesive residue from connecting flange.

  2. Opening bonded connections 

    Release any PUNCH RIVET OR BLIND RIVET .

    Roughly cut out damaged component.

    WARNING: Draw off vapor and gases!
    Use personal protective clothing/equipment.

    Heat adhesive flange with a hot air blower. Heat components to max. 250°C object temperature.

    The component can be peeled with the aid of pliers. Do not damage adjacent components.

    Remove adhesive residue from connecting flange.

  3. Opening bonded connections on aluminum roofs 

    Procedure is described in detailed in the relevant repair instructions.