Special tools required:
00 2 030
31 5 250
31 5 253
31 5 256
WARNING: Danger to life! See MOUNT SECURING FIXTURE FOR VEHICLE
ON LIFTING PLATFORM to prevent the vehicle from slipping off or tiltin
WARNING: Danger to life!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove rear differential.
Remove rear axle carrier and if necessary with other workers assisting
set down on a suitable surface.
Remove bra
Observe gap dimensions.
CAUTION: Do not damage adjoining body parts.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove front bumper trim.
Remove wheel arch cover at front.
Remove trim for cover on side member.
Remove trim on wheel arch.
Remove gutter strip.
Fig. 180: Identifying Front Side Panel Bolts
1.0 Recommended tools
Only use those tools designed for steel repairs.
2.0 Straightening outer shell
"Cold" straightening: Press dents out from their center and smooth in an
inwards direction with
gentle taps.
In the case of small, soft dents (hail and parking damage), this is also
possible