3 Series E36 Z3 (M52TU) ROADST
Expose and drill out connection for rear closing plate.
Note:
To illustrate more clearly, shown with rear axle removed.
Cut away connection for front reinforcement plate on side member
cover at joint between A-pillar/engine support.
Roughly cut out connection at rear for reinforcement cover of side
member on jacking point support.
Remove side member cover.
After cutting it out roughly, remove reinforcement cover for side
member from back of jacking point support.
Drill right through welding points when opened to ensure that
holes for plug of new part are perfectly positioned. It is very time-
consuming to scribe out and drill new parts at a later time.
Clean connection point around support on rear axle (1).
Remove scrap metal. Straighten and grind joint surfaces.
Note:
To illustrate more clearly, shown with rear axle removed.
RA Replacing cover for left side member (front door pillar removed) (Z3)
BMW AG - TIS
11.02.2013 07:41
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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