BMW 7 Series: Replacing Rear Cross Member On Luggage Compartment Floor (Tail Panel Removed)
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STRIP DOWN VEHICLE
Observe new procedure for bonding and riveting (REPAIR STAGE 2).
Following new body parts are required:
- End of luggage compartment floor
Following consumables are required:
MATERIAL CHART
Fig. 349: Identifying End Of Luggage Compartment Floor
Removing cross member
Open welded connections in area (1) and remove cross member (2).
Fig. 350: Identifying Welded Connections Area
New part preparation
Adjust cross-member in combination with tail panel to fit and secure.
Drill 12 dia. 4.2 mm holes for blind rivets in area (1).
Remove new part again and deburr bore holes.
Fig. 351: Identifying Blind Rivets Area
Installing cross member
IMPORTANT: Do not grind new parts and body in area of bonding surfaces.
Clean all bonding surfaces on new part and on vehicle with cleaning agent R1.
Apply adhesive to bonding surfaces.
Install cross member and secure with blind rivets After adhesive has hardened: In the connection area of cross member to side member, fit 2 EMC SCREWS.
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Stripping Operations - Replacing Rear Left Side Panel
NOTE: Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications,
not all the
components are taken into consideration.
The following list basically represents the removal sequence.
Clamp o
Cover For Side Member At Rear (Rear Side Panel Removed)
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Use only approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS for repairs.
The following new bodywork parts are required:
Cover, side member, rear (component is included on new side pan
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Replacing Left Control Sensor (N63)
Notes
WARNING: Risk of burning!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Necessary preliminary work
Check function of DME control unit
Switch off ignition
Remove AIR FILTER HOUSING
Unlock plug connection and detach.
Unclip control sensor cable at retaining clips.
Release control se
Leak Detection With Ultraviolet Additives (UV Additives) (BMW Leak-Testing
Case)
IMPORTANT: The UV leakage detection procedure is not permitted in EU
countries!
Observe national regulations in all other countries!
IMPORTANT: It is absolutely essential to read and comply with the
equipment manufacturer's
operating instructions use provided in the equipment case!
Read and comply
