41 34 038 Replacing outer tail panel section
Read contents of SAFETY INFORMATION and BODY, GENERAL .
Procedure observe REPAIR STAGE 2 .
Following new body parts are required:
- (1) Rear trim, outer skin
Following CONSUMABLE are required:
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Adhesive K5a | 2 |
| Blind rivets N3 | 12 |
| Punch rivets N4 | 16 |
| EMC screws | 5 |
| Cavity sealing wax remover | |
| Cleaning agent R1 | 1 |
| Sealant D1 |
Removing rear trim panel
Operation described predominantly on the left side. Right side identical.
Open welded connections in areas (1).
Remove rear trim panel.
New part preparation
Operation described predominantly on the left side. Right side identical.
Disconnect section (1) according to schematic diagram.
Changed joining sequence: New part is fitted and installed in the area (2) from outside.
Set area (2) on the new part and on the vehicle.
Adjust rear trim panel to fit and secure.
Changed joining sequence: Work new part into position from outside at areas (1) and install.
In areas (1) to (3), create 4.2 mm dia. bore holes for blind rivets N3.
| Area | Number |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3 of |
| 2 | 1 of |
| 3 | 4 |
Remove new part again and deburr bore holes.
Installing rear trim panel
Clean all bonding surfaces on new part and on vehicle with cleaning agent R1.
Apply adhesive to bonding surfaces.
When inserting rear trim panel, make sure there is sufficient adhesive on bonding surfaces.
Install rear trim panel and rivet with blind rivets N3.
In areas (1) and (2) rivet rear trim panel with N4 punch rivets.
| Area | Number |
|---|---|
| 1 | 9 |
| 2 | 7 |
Mount support for bumper panel to secure rear trim panel.
After hardening of the adhesive in areas (1), install a total of 5 EMC SCREWS .