Preparing New Part

Further information is available.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Adhesive technology in the area of the outer skin (not for structural adhesion):
The bonding surfaces of the new parts may not sharpened or ground.
For more information see BMW/MINI BONDING INSTRUCTIONS (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) .

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Because of the ever-increasing geometric complexity and challenging follow-up steps when working on visible severance cuts, the reinforcement plate is now welded together instead of glued. This change applies to all BMW and MINI models.

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Welding is carried out in the area (1) (incl. water channel).
Bonding is carried out in the areas (2).
Mark and make the separating cuts on the new part in accordance with the separating cuts on the vehicle.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: REINFORCEMENT PLATE WITH STUD BOLT (BONDED OR WELDED) - (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) .
Prepare reinforcement plates at separating cuts (bonded and welded).
Adjust new part to fit and secure.

Areas (1) and (2): Drill Ø 4.2 mm holes for blind rivets.

Area	Number
1	7
2	2

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Areas (1) to (3): Drill Ø 4.2 mm holes for blind rivets.

Area	Number
1	4
2	2
3	1

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In areas (1), set 3 holes with diameter 4.2 mm for blind rivets.
Remove new part and deburr bores.
Prepare remaining areas for bonded rivet connections with punch rivets.

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