3 Series E93 330i (N53) CONVER
Open weld joints in area (1).
Open brazed joint in area (2).
Open weld joints in area (1).
Preparation of new part:
Mark new part in accordance with severance cut (1) on car and
cut.
Open weld joints in area (1).
Installation:
Procedure deviating from standard:
Make 15 mm wide reinforcement plate (1).
Adjust new part (2) to fit in conjunction with rear lid.
Bring reinforcement plate from inside into contact with side panel.
Set tacking points in area of severance cut (3) from outer side. In
so doing, exert pressure from inner side on reinforcement plate to
enlarge gap at severance cut (3) by approx. 0.5 mm. This
reduces warpage in the welding area.
Weld severance cut completely.
RA Replacing rear left side panel (partial replacement behind wheel arch)
BMW AG - TIS
10.02.2013 20:15
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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