Opening bonded connections
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- Opening spot-welded adhesive joint
WARNING: Draw off vapor 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.
- Opening bonded connections
Release any PUNCH RIVET OR BLIND RIVET .
Roughly cut out damaged component.
WARNING: Draw off vapor 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.
- Opening bonded connections on aluminum roofs
Procedure is described in detailed in the relevant repair instructions.