41 00... Opening Bonded Connections

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1. Opening spot-welded adhesive joint

OPEN WELDING SPOTS .

WARNING: Extract vapors and gases.
Use personal protective clothing/equipment.

Heat connecting flange with a hot air blower. Heat components to max. 250 °C object temperature.

Release connecting flange with chisel.

Remove adhesive residue from connecting flange.

2. Opening bonded connections

If necessary, open existing PUNCH OR BLIND RIVETS .

Roughly cut out damaged component.

WARNING: Extract vapors and gases.
Use personal protective clothing/equipment.

Heat adhesive flange with a hot air blower. Heat components to max. 250 °C object temperature.

The component can be peeled with the aid of pliers. Do not damage adjacent components.

Remove adhesive residue from connecting flange.

3. Opening bonded connections on aluminium roofs

Procedure is described in detailed in the relevant repair instructions.

4. Opening bonded connections on carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic parts

Procedure is described in detailed in the relevant repair instructions.