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Car care and body painting BMW 5 Series E28
All of the models described feature a welded steel body structure where the floor and body components are welded together and attached to separate, front and rear subframe assemblies. Certain body components are particularly susceptible to crash damage and can be removed and repaired or replaced. These parts include body moldings, bumpers, bonnet, doors, tailgate and all glass. This chapter only includes general body care recommendations and body panel restoration procedures that are the responsibility of a home mechanic.
Body and frame care
The overall condition of the car body is a factor that significantly affects its resale value. Body maintenance is not difficult, but it must be done...
The overall condition of the car body is a factor that significantly affects its resale value. Body maintenance is not difficult, but it must be done...
Caring for interior trim
To keep the interior trim panels clean, simply wipe them with a damp cloth. If stains do appear on them, (which is more noticeable on light panels), scrub them...
To keep the interior trim panels clean, simply wipe them with a damp cloth. If stains do appear on them, (which is more noticeable on light panels), scrub them...
Caring for interior upholstery and carpets
Floor mats and rugs should be brushed or vacuumed regularly to remove sand and dust. If heavily soiled, remove them from the vehicle, scrub them thoroughly and...
Floor mats and rugs should be brushed or vacuumed regularly to remove sand and dust. If heavily soiled, remove them from the vehicle, scrub them thoroughly and...
Repair of minor body damage
For more detailed information on body repair work, please refer to the special "Car Body Repair Guide". Repair of minor body scratches If the scratch is...
For more detailed information on body repair work, please refer to the special "Car Body Repair Guide". Repair of minor body scratches If the scratch is...
Repair of significant body damage
Repairs to serious body damage are best left to a qualified body repair specialist, preferably from a BMW dealership. This type of repair will require...
Repairs to serious body damage are best left to a qualified body repair specialist, preferably from a BMW dealership. This type of repair will require...
Care of hinges and locks
Approximately every six months, the hinge and lock assemblies on the doors, hood, and trunk/tailgate should be lubricated with a few drops of oil or lock...
Approximately every six months, the hinge and lock assemblies on the doors, hood, and trunk/tailgate should be lubricated with a few drops of oil or lock...
Replacement of fixed glass
Replacing the windshield and fixed glass requires the use of special quick-hardening adhesive materials, as well as special equipment and technologies. These...
Replacing the windshield and fixed glass requires the use of special quick-hardening adhesive materials, as well as special equipment and technologies. These...
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