WM, 5X00IN05 Information On Aluminum Repairs: Repairs: Reshaping
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NOTE:
Risk of damage to the bodyshell structure as a result of reshaping during accident repairs.
- Reshaping can cause irreparable damage to the joints in the bodyshell structure.
- Reshaping can change the crash properties of the bodyshell structure.
- Do not reshape bodyshell structures using mechanical or hydraulic pulling or pressing equipment.
- Replace structural components in the damaged area without reshaping them.