Installing Rear Cross Member

1. Apply adhesive on the joint area of the body.

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   Apply adhesive

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   Apply adhesive

   Apply adhesive evenly over the entire bonding surface. > Application depth 0.5 mm 

   1. 1.1 Also apply an adhesive bead of sealant all around the bonding surface. > Application depth 3 mm 

   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. 
2. Install and resistance spot-weld lower part of cross member.

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   Resistance spot-welding lower part of cross member

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   Resistance spot-welding lower part of cross member

3. Apply adhesive on the rear cross member.

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   Apply adhesive

   Apply adhesive evenly over the entire bonding surface. > Application depth 0.5 mm 

   1. 3.1 Also apply an adhesive bead of sealant all around the bonding surface. > Application depth 3 mm 
4. Install and resistance spot-weld lower part of cross member.

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Resistance spot-welding upper part of cross member