41 14 502 Replacing rear left outer section of wheel housing (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.

Following new body parts are required:

Fig 1: Identifying Frame Side Member And Rear Outer Half Wheel Arch

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Removal of the outer wheel arch section

Mark severance cut (1) and cut.

Mark severance cut (2) in accordance with dimension and cut.

Dimension "a" = approx. 80 mm from hole Ø 12 mm.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer panel only.

Open welded connections in areas (3).

Remove cavity bulkhead (4).

Fig 2: Identifying Cavity Bulkhead And Severance Cuts

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Open welded connections in area (1).

Remove outer wheel arch section (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Outer Wheel Arch Section Welded Connection Area

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New part preparation

Mark severance cuts on the new part according to vehicle and cut.

Prepare REINFORCEMENT PLATES at severance cuts.

Fit new parts.

Installation outside wheel arch

Apply sealant to new CAVITY SEALINGS .

Install new parts and reinforcement plates and weld in place.