3 Series E46 316i (N42) SAL
When fitting side panel reinforcement, make sure sunroof water
drainage pipe (2) is seated in wheel arch extension (1).
Fit side panel reinforcement spare part.
The sunroof water drainage pipe must not be touching at any point
otherwise there would be scraping and grinding noises.
Mark holes for plug welding on body.
Remove the replacement part.
Drill holes for plug welding on body.
Clean connection faces on side panel reinforcement spare part
and on body and coat with zinc dust paint.
Install shaped part for cavity sealing, inside C-pillar.
Procedure and materials,
refer to 41 00 ... Installing shaped parts for cavity bulkhead, except
cover for side member
Short summary:
Place shaped part for cavity sealing (1) on car and mark out
contact surface on body and on sunroof water drainage pipe.
Shaped part for cavity sealing is underneath sunroof water
drainage pipe (2).
RA Replacing outer section of left or right rear wheel housing (side panel removed)
BMW AG - TIS
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Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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