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Appearance Isn't Everything
I-CAR · April 2, 2018 · Volkswagen
Summary
This article highlights that for certain Volkswagen vehicles, such as the 2018 Tiguan, OEM repair procedures explicitly prohibit the sanding or smoothing of gas-shielded arc continuous weld seams. Following these guidelines is critical because dressing the welds can compromise their structural strength, meaning a proper repair may remain visible.
What to do on the job
Do not sand, dress, or smooth gas-shielded arc continuous weld seams when performing sectioning repairs on Volkswagen vehicles where prohibited by the OEM.
How to use it
Use this document to justify leaving weld seams visible and undressed on structural repairs. It serves as official documentation to show insurers and customers that sanding the welds to improve cosmetics is strictly prohibited by Volkswagen because it compromises the structural integrity of the repair.
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