Installing Rear Side Section

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Information

Before final assembly, make sure you fully understand all the work steps involved and carry out a trial assembly without applying adhesive.
The bonding process can only be carried out reliably when a smooth and swift sequence of operations is guaranteed.
Do not begin bonding work until all materials and tools necessary for later repair work are available.

Install side panel and check that it fits perfectly. Check gap dimensions. → WM 5X00IN GAP DIMENSIONS

1.1. Apply foam filler to the body in area -A- . → WM 5X00IN PROCESSING BODY FOAM FILLER
Make sure that all openings and gaps are closed off with the sealing compound.

1.2. Apply adhesive to the areas marked in yellow. → 5X00IN21 WORKING WITH BODY STRUCTURAL ADHESIVE → Application depth: 3.0 mm

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Resistance spot-weld the side panel.

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Apply a full weld to area using inert gas.

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Flange edge of wheel arch in area.

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