OPENING BONDED CONNECTIONS REP-ALG-RAGRP41-4105702 - V.3 (Countryman 2017-2023, Except PHEV)
- 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.