Install Outer Wheel Arch Section With Reinforcement

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Use only approved spot welder for repair.

For additional information see: WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT (BMW AND MINI VEHICLES) - (530I 2017-2022, 530I XDRIVE 2017-2022, 530E PHEV 2018-2022, 530E XDRIVE PHEV 2018-2022, 540I 2017-2022, 540I XDRIVE 2017-2022, M550I XDRIVE 2018-2022) .

Pre-clean the bonding surfaces (1) on the new part and on the vehicle with cleaning agent R2.
CONSUMABLE - CLEANING AGENT DESCRIPTION

Cleaning agent R2 500 ml 83190417324
(1) Clean bonding surfaces on vehicle and on new part with cleaning agent R1.
CONSUMABLE - CLEANING AGENT DESCRIPTION

Cleaning agent R1 100 ml, Bottle 83192211217
Apply adhesive K1 to the bonding surfaces (1).

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ADHESIVE DESCRIPTION

Body adhesive K1 195 ml 83190413015
Install the new part of the outer wheel arch section in the areas (1) with blind rivets N1.
CONSUMABLE - BLIND RIVET DESCRIPTION

Blind rivet N1
Ø 6.5 mm; clamping area 2.8-4.8 mm 83190301414

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Avoid applying excessive heat to neighboring adhesive areas.
Weld the new part in areas (2). Avoid excessive heat input to the adjoining adhesive areas (1) and (3). Cool the bonded rivet areas with compressed air as needed.
Weld the new part in the areas (1) according to the new part preparation process. Avoid excessive heat input to the adjoining bonded rivet areas (2).

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Weld the new part in the areas (1) and (2). Avoid excessive application of heat to adhesive area (arrows).

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Weld the new part and the reinforcement plate in the area (1). Avoid excessive heat input to the adjoining adhesive area (2).

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Install the new part of retaining strap and weld in the areas (1). Avoid excessive heat input to the adjoining bonded rivet area (2).

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Weld the new parts of C-pillar reinforcement (1) and C-pillar insert (2).

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Install the new part of C-pillar reinforcement and weld in the areas (1) up to (3). Thereby, avoid excessive heat input to the adjoining bonded rivet area (4).

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Apply sealant to cavity sealing (1) and install cavity sealing.

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Apply sealant to the inner cavity sealing (1).
Install the new part of C-pillar support and weld in the areas (2).
Apply sealant to the outer cavity sealing (3) and install the cavity sealing.

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Follow-up work

Refer to ACTIVATE HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEM .
Refer to INSTALL FLAP IN RIGHT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL .