41 31 010 Outer Roof Skin Replacement (Version With Slide/Tilt Sunroof)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove and install roofliner. See 51 44 011 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING HEADLINER (WITH SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF) .
Remove and install windshield. See 31 FRONT AND REAR WINDOW .
Remove and install rear window See 31 FRONT AND REAR WINDOW .
Remove and install sunroof. See SLIDE/TILT ROOF - REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS -- ALPINA .

Following new body parts are required:

Roof outer skin, slide/tilt sunroof

Fig 1: Identifying Roof Outer Skin, Slide/Tilt Sunroof
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Fig 2: Identifying Laser Weld Seams Areas And Weld Spots Area

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Open weld spots in area (1).

Open laser weld seams in area (2).

IMPORTANT: Observe special procedure when opening laser weld seams.

Release adhesive areas and remove roof outer skin.

Installation:

Fit new part on body. Fit windshield for positioning.

Laser weld seams are replaced by plug welds.

Seal weld seams with sealing compound.

Fig 3: Identifying Roof Outer Skin

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Apply sealing compound in marked areas.