BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Body repair instructions: Releasing bonded folded seam connections
Remove area (1) of bead edge on wheel arch bend with a one-hand angle grinder and rough grinding
wheel.
Heat area (2) with hot air blower.
CAUTION: Extract vapors and gases.
Release connection flange with chisel.
Grind adhesive residue (4) off wheel arch connection flange.
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