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Before starting welding on right side panel, apply sealing cord -AKD 497 010 04 R10- in area of fuel filler neck.

Note

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In the area of the A, B and C-pillars, high tensile, highest tensile and hot formed steels are used. The weld

flanges in these areas are about 13mm wide.

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If spot welds are located at the edge of hot formed steel panels, the high temperature will cause the bond

between the panels to change, which will subsequently have an effect on crash safety.

Therefore, locate spot welds as close to the centre as possible.
• Dimension -a- of 8mm can be achieved using angled welding

tips.

– Adapt new part with vehicle standing on its wheels or align‐

ment bracket set and fix in position.

– Check fit with bolt-on parts.

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seam.

– Weld in parting cuts, MIG solder seam or SG continuous weld

seam are permitted.

– Reform wheel housing flange.
– Wipe away excess adhesive and seal wheel arch.

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and MIG staggered continuous seam or SG staggered con‐

tinuous weld seam.

– Weld in remaining joints to tail light mounting, SG plug weld

seam.

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Renewing outer wheel housing liner

WARNING

Observe safety notes!
Welding, parting using spark generating machines/tools or tin‐

ning in foam treated areas creates gases which are hazardous

to health and environment. Therefore, refrain from using these

processes.

Safety notes ⇒ General Information; Body Repairs, General Body

Repairs ; Safety notes
• Side panel already removed 

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1 - Wheel housing liner
2 - Reinforcing plate
3 - Bonded areas
4 - Moulded foam element
5 - Lock reinforcement

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