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41 12 535 Rear Luggage Compartment Floor Complete Replacement (Tail Panel Removed)

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

Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure   .

Use only approved spot-welding apparatus  for repairs!

Place vehicle on straightening bench.

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Carry over the work step shown symmetrically to the other side of the vehicle.

Mark severance cuts (1) at edge of 20 mm dia. bore.

Cut frame side member (2).

Installation: 

Weld in reinforcement plate   s  at severance cuts.

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Open weld joints in areas (1).

Installation: 

Weld new component in areas (2) additionally.

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Saloon and Coupe only: 

Carry over the work step shown symmetrically to the other side of the vehicle.

Open weld joints in area (1).

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Touring only: 

Carry over the work step shown symmetrically to the other side of the vehicle.

Open weld joints in areas (1) and (2).

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Carry over the work step shown symmetrically to the other side of the vehicle.

Open weld joints in area (1).

Installation: 

Weld new component in area (2) additionally.

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

Before welding in, also adjust tail panel, rear lid and rear lights to fit.

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