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Installing Closing Cross Member (Saloon)

  1. Install closing cross member (Saloon) and check that it fits perfectly.

    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. Apply adhesive on the joint area of the body.

    > 5X00IN21 Working with body structural adhesive

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

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    Adhesive

  3. Apply adhesive on closing cross member (Saloon).

    > 5X00IN21 Working with body structural adhesive

    1. 3.1 Apply adhesive evenly over the entire bonding surface. > Application depth 0.5 mm 
    2. 3.2 Also apply an adhesive bead of sealant all around the bonding surface. > Application depth 3 mm 
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    Adhesive

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Closing cross member (Saloon)