51 11... Repair Of Front Bumper Panels On Front Version With Active Pedestrian Protection
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To guarantee the active pedestrian protection function, the following notes must be observed!
Important notes:
- If a Check Control message for active pedestrian protection is present, rectify the fault.
- Remove bumper panel.
- Attention! Always renew all impact absorbers.
- Material application (including paint) is not to exceed 3 mm.
- Application of a metal reinforcement is not permitted.
General:
- In general, the economic viability must be checked prior to the repair.
- Prerequisite for a professional repair:
- Only slight deformation (without micro-cracks, as a rule visible in the paint)
- Only slight damage e.g. scrapes, cracks and holes with a length not exceeding 2.5 cm
- No damage (cracks) on the component edge!
Reshaping of plastic parts
- A hot air blower can be used to reshape plastic parts.
- When deformation occurs on plastic parts, micro-cracks can be produced in the plastic. After reshaping and subsequent paintwork of the component, the cracks may still be visible on the surface for some time.
- The component must be replaced when micro-cracks are identifiable in the area of the deformation.
Bonding of plastic parts
IMPORTANT:
Conform with safety regulations! See 41 00... Safety at work and 41 00... Information on hazards .
- A plastic repair box is offered (sourcing reference via BMW Parts Department) for inexpensive repair with fair time values.
- The procedure for repair of plastic parts is included in the plastic repair box.