41 00... Blind rivet
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1.0 Recommended tools and equipment
- Blind riveting tongs
- Rivet head extension
Setting blind rivets:
- Refer to individual repair instructions for rivet size.
- Position bore holes for blind rivets in accordance with specification in individual repair instructions. If necessary, carry over the positions of the blind rivets to the new part.
- Drill holes that exceed the outer diameter of the blind rivet (example Ø 4.2 mm with 4 mm blind rivet and Ø 6.8 mm with 6.5 mm blind rivet).
- The edge of the hole must even on both sides. If necessary, sand down and even out surfaces (e.g. edges of punch rivet connections). Deburr bore holes.
- Apply adhesive.
- Insert blind rivet. If necessary, remove adhesive that has emerged.
Position blind rivet tool vertically. Use rivet head extension if accessibility is poor.
- Rivet blind rivet with blind rivet tool. In the meantime clean rivet head if dirty with adhesive. Risk of damage to rivet head by penetrating adhesive.
- Seal blind rivet with SEALANT D1 (risk of corrosion).
- Seal cavities after work on vehicle paintwork on with CAVITY SEALANT (risk of corrosion).