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Car body care and repair BMW 3 Series E46
General information and safety precautions
BMW 3 Series cars have a "universal body" design, which uses a floor panel with front and rear side beams (spars) frames that act as carriers for the rest of...
BMW 3 Series cars have a "universal body" design, which uses a floor panel with front and rear side beams (spars) frames that act as carriers for the rest of...
Car body care
1. The condition of the car body is an extremely important factor in determining its resale value. Carrying out repair procedures to restore damaged or...
1. The condition of the car body is an extremely important factor in determining its resale value. Carrying out repair procedures to restore damaged or...
Care of vinyl trim panels
Do not use washing powders, caustic soda or gasoline-based cleaners to clean vinyl panels. Regular soap and warm water are perfect for this purpose. Stubborn...
Do not use washing powders, caustic soda or gasoline-based cleaners to clean vinyl panels. Regular soap and warm water are perfect for this purpose. Stubborn...
Caring for upholstery and carpets
1. Every three months, remove the carpets and mats and clean the interior panels of the car (if necessary, this procedure can be performed more often). To...
1. Every three months, remove the carpets and mats and clean the interior panels of the car (if necessary, this procedure can be performed more often). To...
Repair of minor damage to body panels
1. If you cannot access the back of the body panel to knock out the dent, you should pull it out using a sliding hammer. In the deepest part of the dent, or...
1. If you cannot access the back of the body panel to knock out the dent, you should pull it out using a sliding hammer. In the deepest part of the dent, or...
Repair of significant body damage
1. Repair of serious damage to the body must be carried out in a specialized auto repair shop that has the necessary equipment. 2. In case of extensive damage...
1. Repair of serious damage to the body must be carried out in a specialized auto repair shop that has the necessary equipment. 2. In case of extensive damage...
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