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41 00... Installing A Cavity Bulkhead (Not Expanded)

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The following repair represents replacement of a cavity bulkhead.

Before these work steps, prepare the new part so that it is ready to install (adapting, cutting to size, applying welding primer etc.).

Sand contact surface of cavity bulkhead (1) with coarse-grained abrasive paper (grain 50 - 100).

Clean contact surface (1) with spirit.

Apply an approx. 15 mm high bead of original BMW window adhesive to contact surface (1).

Attach cavity bulkhead in specified position (see old part).

Fit, secure and weld up new part.

Fig 1: High Bead And Contact Surface
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