BMW X5: Replacing Rear Left Side Panel (Partial Replacement, Longitudinal Member Cover Before B-Pillar)

Read contents of Body, General. Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.

Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs! Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.

Following new body parts are required:

1. Side frame, rear
2. Shaped part, entrance, outer (not shown)

Fig. 192: Identifying Side Frame, Rear

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Fig. 193: Identifying Open Weld Joints Area

Fig. 194: Identifying Open Weld Joints Area

Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified measurements and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer metal sheet only.

Measurement a = approx. 260 mm from roof edge

Measurement b = approx. 420 mm from centerpoint of hole dia. 20 mm.

Severance cut (c) in centerpoint of 15 mm dia. hole

Open weld joints in areas (1) and (4).

Installation information:

• Apply window glass adhesive to cavity acoustic baffles (2) and (3).

  In area (3) move cavity acoustic baffle approx. 20 mm downwards.

• Weld in reinforcing panels at all severance cuts.
• Bond and rivet new part in area (4).

  Use Hemlock 813 blind rivet (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Service picture board - Aluminum and steel/bonding and welding).

  Double number of rivets with respect to welding spots in area (4).

Open adhesive joints in areas (1) and (2).

Open weld joint in area (1).

Installation information:

Welding spot is omitted from area (1).

Glue new part in areas (1) and (2).

Apply window glass adhesive to cavity acoustic baffle (3).

Fig. 195: Identifying Open Weld Joints Area

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Open brazed joint in area (2).

Fig. 196: Identifying Open Brazed Joint Area

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