41 14 531 Replacing engine mount/front left side frame connection (front left wheel arch removed)

Observe procedure for REPAIR STAGE 3 .

Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .

Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific PROCEDURE .

The following new body parts are required:

1. Connection, wheel arch/entrance

Fig 1: Wheel Arch/Entrance Connection

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Removal: 

Open welded connections in area (1).

Fig 2: Welded Connections Area

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Open welded connections in areas (1) and remove connection between the engine mount and side frame.

Fig 3: Welded Connections Areas

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Preparation of new part: 

Fit in new part.

Installation: 

Install new part and weld in area (1).

Fig 4: Welded Connections Area

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Weld new part in the areas (1).

Fig 5: Welded Connections Areas

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