41 11 028 Left Engine Carrier Replacement (Partial Replacement Before Front Axle)

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Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.

Place vehicle on straightening bench.

Following new body parts are required:

(1) Partial section, engine carrier

Fig 1: Identifying Partial Section Of Engine Carrier
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Mark severance cut (1) in middle of 20 mm dia. bore and cut.

Preparation of new part:

Mark severance cut (1) in accordance with vehicle and cut.

Installation:

Adjust all new parts to fit with straightening attachment or universal mount.

Weld in Reinforcement Plate at severance cut.

Fig 2: Identifying Severance Cut Mark

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Preparation of new part:

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Take off holder.

Fig 3: Identifying Open Weld Joints In Areas

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