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6.1.2 Replacement parts
Outer side member
Solid rivets
Body - adhesive
6.1.3 Welding in
Preparing new parts
– Match up new parts to body.
– Transfer separating cuts to new parts.
– Prepare flanges on body and new parts for welding.
– Prepare joints for adhesive application.
Note:
Refer to General notes on bonding.
– Apply adhesive.
– Fit side member and fix in position.
Caution:
Fit side member with no load on body.
Note:
Check panel gaps with doors fitted.
– Punch flanges.
– Fit solid rivets in flanges.
– Fit solid rivets in wheel housing liner.
– A-pillar, SG continuous seam.
– B-pillar, SG continuous seam.
– Side panel, SG continuous seam.
– Separating cut, SG continuous seam.
Audi A8 1994 ➤
Body repairs - Edition 10.1998
58 Rep. Gr.51 - Body - centre