Reworking body at rear wheel houses - AZ40.10-P-0001-10D

Only with 255/35 tires R18. 

1. Edge horizontal sheet metal flange for securing rear apron in rear wheel houses 90° upwards up to approx. 20 mm in front of mounting screw in accordance with bending line (A). Grind off upper edge of rear apron and its reinforcement in this area.
2. Check clearance between the tire and body when the rear axle is in the full bump position (at least 7mm).

   Use a plastic mallet to avoid damaging paint. 

   Carefully heat outer edges of fender to max. 70 to 80 °C using a hot air blower. 

   No not overheat paint when heating up (maximum 80 °C). Repair any damage to the paint. 

3. Re-treat the wheel housings with underfloor protection and spray the turned down sheet metal flange with cavity preservation.
   Fig 1: Identifying Bending Line