Follow procedure for REPAIR STAGE 3.
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL.
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure .
Use only approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS for repairs.
Following new body parts are required :
Removal of the outer wheel arch section with reinforcement
Additionally removing the side wall in the side sill area: Extend severance cut (1) to lower edge of entrance.
Open weld joints in area (2) and remove entrance section.
(3) = Severance cut progression for replacement of side wall.
Mark severance cut (1) in accordance with dimension and cut.
IMPORTANT: Cut outer panel only.
Dimension a = approx. 70 mm.
Open welded connections in areas (2).
Remove cavity acoustic baffle (3).
Remove cavity sealing (1).
Open welded connections in areas (2).
Remove reinforcement on C-pillar.
Open welded connections in area (1). Remove outer section of wheel arch.
New part preparation
Tear and separate the separating cut on the C-pillar reinforcement new part according to the vehicle.
Prepare REINFORCEMENT PLATE at severance cut.
Adjust new parts in conjunction with side panel to fit.
Installation of the outer wheel arch section with reinforcement
Apply sealant to new CAVITY SEALINGS.
Install new parts and reinforcement plate and weld in place.
Installation of additional side wall section in side sill area: Weld additional section in area (1).
Join additional section similarly to side wall using bonding/riveting technology in area (2).
Install 3 punch rivets N4 in area (2).
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to adjoining adhesive areas! Avoid excessive application of heat.
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
Switch off ignition
Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD and cover.
Remove INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Remove CLEAN AIR PIPE , top.
Remove TENSIONING DEVICE for drive belt.
Release screws (1).
Unlock connector (1) and remove.
Release nut (2) and remove the po ...