41 14 505 Replacing Rear Left Outer Wheel Arch Section (Rear Side Panel Removed)
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Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.
Use only approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS for repairs.
The following new body parts are required :
- (1) Outer wheel arch section, rear
- (4) Shaped part, entrance, outer (not shown)
Removal of outer wheel arch section
Cut wheel arch along line (1).
Cut wheel arch along line (1).
Remove section for outer wheel arch section.
Installation note:
Fit new part from below and weld in area (1) to overlap.
Preparation of new part
Mark new part in accordance with severance cut on vehicle + 20 mm extra material and cut.
Adjust new part in conjunction with side wall to fit.
Installation of outer wheel arch section
Install new part and weld.