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E60 Complete Vehicle
The transition from the aluminum front engine
support rail to the steel rail section joint (connec-
tion) is produced by bonding and punch riveting.
To i n c rease c o n d u c t i v i t y, gro u n d points a re l o c a t -
ed on the two rails and are connected with a
ground strap.
In addition to the underhood strut tower V- struts
(2 lower left), the bumper carrier (1 lower right)
and thrust panel (2 lower right) provide addition-
al reinforcement and structural rigidity.
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The crash box is a deformation element
specially developed for the E60.
The crash box is part of the side frame and is
secured at the bottom of the A-pillar.
In the event of a frontal crash, the crash box
absorbs forces that are transmitted via the front
wheel into the side frame in the sill area.
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