41 31 010 Outer Roof Skin Replacement (Version With Slide/Tilt Sunroof)

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See BODY, GENERAL for general instructions.

STRIP DOWN vehicle.

Observe procedure for REPAIR STAGE 2 .

Following new body parts are required:

Roof outer skin, slide/tilt sunroof

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Release 4 screws (1) in roof channel.

Fig 1: Roof Channel Screws

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Fig 2: Weld Joints Areas

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Open weld joints in area (1).

Release Adhesive Areas (layout, see next work steps) and remove roof outer skin.

Installation:

Fit new part on body. Fit windscreen for positioning.

Seal weld seams and screws with sealing compound.

Fig 3: Adhesive And Sealing Compound Area

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Apply sealing compound in areas (1).

Apply Adhesive in areas (2).