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BMW/Mini: Repair Stage 3
I-CAR · December 26, 2018 · BMW, Mini
Summary
This article outlines BMW/Mini Repair Stage 3, which governs structural repairs involving bonding, riveting, welding, or the use of a straightening bench. It details strict limitations on straightening structural steel and aluminum, panel removal techniques, sectional repair reinforcement plate construction, and new part installation requirements.
What to do on the job
Consult the vehicle-specific Repair Stage 3 manual to verify strict straightening limitations for aluminum and high-strength steel, and to identify the correct bonding, riveting, or welding procedures for structural components.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the necessity of following specific BMW/Mini structural repair procedures, such as the prohibition of heating or reshaping extruded aluminum and high-strength steel, and to support line items for specialized consumables, adhesives, cavity sealing, and riveting tools required in Stage 3 repairs.
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