41 11 516 Front Left Or Right Support Carrier Replacement (Partial Replacement, Front Side Panel Removed)
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Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs.
Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.
Place vehicle on straightening bench.
- (1) Support carrier, wheel arch, outer
Mark severance cut in accordance with measurement a and cut support carrier.
Measurement a=240 mm from edge of rectangular hole.
Open weld joints in areas (1).
Installation:
Weld in reinforcement plate at severance cut.
Open weld joints in area (1).
Installation:
Adjust new part to fit with straightening attachment or universal mount.