41 14 511 Replacing Complete Rear Left Wheel Arch (Rear Left Side Panel Removed)

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) Rear wheel arch
(2) Closing plate, wheel arch
(3) Shaped part, B-pillar
(4) Shaped part, B-pillar, outer

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Wheel Arch, Closing Plate, Wheel Arch, Shaped Part, B-Pillar & Shaped Part, B-Pillar, Outer
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Open weld joints in areas (1) and (2).

Remove cavity bulkhead (3).

Installation:

For manufacturing reasons, the repair joining sequence differs from the series joining sequence. Fit new part in area (2) from outside onto pipe flange.

Apply window glass adhesive to cavity acoustic baffle (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Weld Joints In Areas (1 Of 2)

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Open weld joints in area (1).

Installation:

Fit in new part.

Before welding new parts, also adjust rear side panel to fit.

Fig 3: Identifying Weld Joints In Areas (2 Of 2)

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Installation:

Weld new component in area (1) additionally.

Fig 4: Welding Component In Area

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