Reworking body at rear wheel houses - AZ40.10-P-0001-10T
- Set the fender flange in several stages in the marked area (B).
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.
Do not overheat paint when heating up (maximum 80°C). Repair any damage to the paint.
- Check tire clearance with a fully compressed rear axle and of necessary intensify the rework.
- When the rear axle is compressed, check the clearance between the tire and rear apron end face or wheelhouse insert (in the region of the transition rear apron/side piece).
If necessary make the clearance by reworking.
- Re-preserve wheel housing with underfloor protection and spray the repositioned fender edges with cavity preservation.