41 14 505 Replacing rear left outer wheel arch section (rear side panel removed)

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Observe procedure for (REPAIR STAGE 2) !

Following new body parts are required:

Following CONSUMABLES are required:

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Wheel Arch

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Removal of outer wheel arch section

Remove cavity sealing.

Fig 2: Identifying Cavity Sealing

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Mark severance cut in accordance with dimension and cut.

Measurement a = 20 mm from radius.

IMPORTANT: Severance cut in area (2) not permitted!

Open welded connections in area (1).

Remove part of the outer wheel arch section.

Fig 3: Identifying Severance Cut Mark And Welded Connections Area

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Preparation of new part:

Mark severance cut on new part according to severance cut on vehicle + 20 mm material extra and cut.

Adjust new parts in combination with side wall to fit and secure.

In area of bonding surface (1), set 14 Ø 4.2 mm bore holes for blind rivets.

Fig 4: Identifying Area For Blind Rivet Bore Holes

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Installation of outer wheel arch section

IMPORTANT: Do not grind/sand new part in area of bonding surfaces.

Clean all bonding surfaces on new part and on vehicle with cleaning agent R1.

Apply adhesive to bonding surfaces.

Apply sealant to new CAVITY ACOUSTIC BAFFLE .

Install outer wheel arch section and rivet with blind rivets.