Convertible

51 18 55 50 Convertible Top Box, Replacing







WARNING: Observe safety instructions.

- Cross member link plate (upper cover plate) already cut out

1. Bonded areas







Parting cuts
- Removing cross member link plate (upper cover plate).
- Separate original joints.







- Remove excess materials.

Replacement parts







- Rear panel upper part
- Rear panel cross member
- Rear panel upper part insert
- Sealing channel insert
- Cross member link plate (cover plate)
- Adhesive: DA 001 730 A1

Preparing new parts







- Drill holes for SG plug weld seam, dia 7 mm.
- Connecting areas on vehicle: Drill holes for SG plug weld seam, dia 7 mm.

Welding in







- Apply adhesive before welding in.

NOTE: New part must be welded within 30 minutes, otherwise adhesive properties of adhesive will be impaired.

- Adapt new part to fit and secure along with attached parts.







- Weld in new part, SG plug weld seam, RP spot weld seam.







- Weld in new part, SG continuous weld seam.







- Weld in new part from luggage compartment, SG plug weld seam, RP spot weld seam.
- Weld in cross member link plate (upper cover plate).