Prepare New Part

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• Mark and cut the separating cut on the new part corresponding to the separating cut on the vehicle.
• Adjust roof frame reinforcement new part (3) together with tail panel and side panel.
  NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
  For additional information see: WELDING IN REINFORCEMENT PLATE (SHEET STEEL) - (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) .
• Make a reinforcement plate for the separating cut in area (1).
• Prepare the new part in area (2) for joining by welding.

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• Fit in the new part tension strap.
• Prepare the new part for joining by welding in these areas (1).

  Ensure sufficient distance to the bonded rivet connection (2).

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