41 11 720 Replacing rear left side member (partial replacement, rear panel and side panel at rear left removed)

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Use only approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS for repairs.

Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.

Place vehicle on straightening bench.

The following new body parts are required:

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Axle Carrier Lower Section And Rear Wheel Arch

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Mark severance cut in accordance with dimension and cut.

Distance a = approx. 150 mm from cross-member, luggage compartment floor.

Cut through frame side member completely.

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Severance Cut Area And Weld Joints Areas

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Open weld joints in areas (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Open Weld Joints Areas

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Open weld joints in area (1).

Remove frame side member.

Fig 4: Identifying Weld Joints Area

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Preparation of new part:

Mark severance cut (1) in accordance with body and cut.

Open weld joints in area (2).

Fig 5: Identifying Severance Cut Mark And Weld Joints Area

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Preparation of new part:

Mark severance cut (1) in accordance with body and cut.

Installation:

Weld in REINFORCING PANELS at all severance cuts.

Fig 6: Identifying Severance Cut Mark And Weld Joints Area

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Installation:

Adjust new parts (1 and 2) to fit in accordance with body and secure.

Weld new parts (1 and 2) to begin with and install as a composite unit.

Fig 7: Identifying New Parts

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Installation:

Adjust new part to fit with straightening attachment or universal mount.