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

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Observe procedure for REPAIR STAGE 3 .

Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .

Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle.

Observe specific PROCEDURE .

Use only an approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS for repairs!

The following new parts are required:

(1) Rear outer wheel arch section
Shaped part B-pillar, outer

Fig 1: Rear Outer Wheel Arch Section

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Removal

Remove cavity sealing (1).

Open WELDED CONNECTIONS in areas (2).

Fig 2: Cavity Sealing And Welded Connections Areas

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Open SPOT-WELDED ADHESIVE JOINTS in area (3) and remove outer wheel arch section.

New part preparation

Adjust new part in combination with the side panel.

Prepare outer wheel arch section in areas (1) and (2) for joining by welding.

Remove adhesive residues in the area (2).

Attention !

The joining areas predominantly contain 3-sheet connections. Prepare the new part accordingly so that all 3 sheets are welded to each other.

Fig 3: Outer Wheel Arch Section Welding Areas

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Installation

Install outer wheel arch section and weld in areas (2) and (3).

Apply sealant to new CAVITY ACOUSTIC BAFFLE . Install cavity sealing (1).

Fig 4: Cavity Sealing And Welding Areas

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