41 11 205 COMPLETELY REPLACING THE LEFT CARRIER SUPPORT REP-REP-RAF6041-4111205 - V.2 (Countryman 2017-2023, except PHEV)

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Follow procedure for REPAIR STAGE 3 .

For stripping and rebuilding operations, see the surrounding text on the KSD (FRU number 41 11 205).

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

Use only an approved SPOT WELDER  for repairs!

Following new body parts are required (see Electronic Parts Catalog):

• (1) Carrier support, outer wheel arch section
• Support bracket shaped part

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Removal 

Open welded connections in areas (1).

OPEN  spot-welded adhesive joints in area (2).

Release carrier support from cavity sealing (3) and remove.

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New part preparation 

Remove adhesive residue in area (2).

Adjust new part and prepare in areas (1) and (2) for joining by welding.

Follow PROCEDURE  for replacement of spot-welded adhesive joints in area (2).

(3) = Installation position of cavity sealing.

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Installation 

Apply sealant to cavity sealing. Refer to INSTALLING CAVITY SEALING (NOT EXPANDED) REP-REP-RAGRP41-4107102 - V.4 (Countryman 2017-2023, except PHEV)  (3).

Install new part and weld in the areas (1) and (2).

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