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Retaining strip for side member extension > < Removing
Installing
   
Installing
  Note
t  Installation is only described for the left side. The procedure for the right side is similar.
t  Remove protective backing immediately before installation. Working temperature approx. 21 °C
t  Curing period after side member extensions are attached is about 4 hours at a room temperature of about 21 °C.
t  Adhesive remover -D 002000 10- and cleaning solution -D 009 401 04- must be used exclusively.
t  Bonding surfaces must be free of dust and grease.
t  The side member extensions must be bonded in place immediately after being cleaned.
l  Retaining strip is installed → Chapter.
–  Immediately before bonding side member extension, clean bonding surfaces thoroughly with adhesive remover -D 002000 10- and cleaning solution -D 009 401 04-.
–  Position side member extension -1- from above -arrows- evenly into retaining strip -3- and press side member extension into retaining strip until the two parts engage.
–  Now pull protective films -2- on side member extension -1- off upwards and backwards.
–  Only now remove film -4- and press side member extension -1- on forcefully in bonding area.
–  Tighten bolts -5-, beginning with front bolt on wing.

   

Retaining strip for side member extension > < Removing