In general, the economic viability must be checked prior to the repair.
It is possible to repair the following damage (applies to cast aluminum rims labelled as AlSi7 AlSi11, AlSi12):
It is not possible to repair the following damage:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Side frame and door pillars: Replace B-pillar with reinforcement on left
Procedure OBSERVE repair stage 3!
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL.
Use only approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS for repairs!
Place vehicle on straightening bench.
Following new body parts are required :
(1) Side frame, outer
(2) Middle side frame
Shaped part, B-pillar bottom outside
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