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Elements of the car body BMW 7 Series E32
Body. General information
The body of the BMW 7 Series is load-bearing. The body parts, side parts, roof and rear wings are connected to each other by welding. The front and rear...
The body of the BMW 7 Series is load-bearing. The body parts, side parts, roof and rear wings are connected to each other by welding. The front and rear...
Precautions for bodywork
When welding or other work that generates sparks is performed, remove the battery pack (AB). Welding or soldering work is not permitted on the air conditioning...
When welding or other work that generates sparks is performed, remove the battery pack (AB). Welding or soldering work is not permitted on the air conditioning...
Dimensions of joints
When installing body parts, it is necessary to achieve the correct air gap (the width of the joint between the lid (door) and adjacent body parts), otherwise...
When installing body parts, it is necessary to achieve the correct air gap (the width of the joint between the lid (door) and adjacent body parts), otherwise...
Front bumper — removal and installation
2 - the grill is open; 3 - the grill is closed; 4 — shield; 5 - lining; 6 — shield; 7 - lining; 8 - lattice; 9 - gasket; 10 — lid; 11 — shield; 12 - overhead...
2 - the grill is open; 3 - the grill is closed; 4 — shield; 5 - lining; 6 — shield; 7 - lining; 8 - lattice; 9 - gasket; 10 — lid; 11 — shield; 12 - overhead...
Rear bumper — removal and installation
1 - cladding; 2 - rear pad; 3 - middle shield; 4 - side cover; 5 — shield; 6 - thermal insulation; 7 - expansion rivet; 8 — holder; 9 - Towing eye cover; 10 —...
1 - cladding; 2 - rear pad; 3 - middle shield; 4 - side cover; 5 — shield; 6 - thermal insulation; 7 - expansion rivet; 8 — holder; 9 - Towing eye cover; 10 —...
Engine hood — removal and installation
1 - hood; 2 - hinge (hinge); 3 - adjustment plate; 4 - rear seal; 5 - side seal; 6 - Hexagon head bolt with washer; 7 - "mass" finger; 8, 9 — bolt with TORX...
1 - hood; 2 - hinge (hinge); 3 - adjustment plate; 4 - rear seal; 5 - side seal; 6 - Hexagon head bolt with washer; 7 - "mass" finger; 8, 9 — bolt with TORX...
Trunk lid — removal and installation
1 - trunk lid; 2 - seal; 3 - loop; 4 - gas-filled strut; 5 - lock latch; 6 - TORX bolt with washer; 7 - castle; 8 — bushing; 9 — TORX bolt with washer; 10 -...
1 - trunk lid; 2 - seal; 3 - loop; 4 - gas-filled strut; 5 - lock latch; 6 - TORX bolt with washer; 7 - castle; 8 — bushing; 9 — TORX bolt with washer; 10 -...
Door — removal, installation and adjustment
The front and rear doors are removed and installed in the same way. Removal Unscrew the bolt from each hinge (hinge) using a 10 mm cap head and a gimbal...
The front and rear doors are removed and installed in the same way. Removal Unscrew the bolt from each hinge (hinge) using a 10 mm cap head and a gimbal...
Removal and installation rear view mirror glass
Removal Caution: Removing the mirror glass must be done at a temperature of at least 20°C. At lower temperatures, the clamps (clips) can be easily damaged....
Removal Caution: Removing the mirror glass must be done at a temperature of at least 20°C. At lower temperatures, the clamps (clips) can be easily damaged....
Removal and installation the sunroof drive motor
Removal Pry up the interior light with the lamp mount using a blunt screwdriver and remove the plug. Pry up the rod with a screwdriver. Disconnect the control...
Removal Pry up the interior light with the lamp mount using a blunt screwdriver and remove the plug. Pry up the rod with a screwdriver. Disconnect the control...
Removal and installation the front seat
Removal Move the seat to the highest position by adjusting its height. Move the seat forward as far as it will go. Loosen the seat belt mounting bolt. Release...
Removal Move the seat to the highest position by adjusting its height. Move the seat forward as far as it will go. Loosen the seat belt mounting bolt. Release...
Seat belt buckle tensioner
The seat belt buckle tensioner is installed in the front seat. In the event of a frontal collision, it ensures that the seat belt fits tightly to the...
The seat belt buckle tensioner is installed in the front seat. In the event of a frontal collision, it ensures that the seat belt fits tightly to the...
Paint and varnish coating. General information
To perform bodywork and painting work, you must have experience in such work. Obviously, such experience is usually acquired over long practice. For this...
To perform bodywork and painting work, you must have experience in such work. Obviously, such experience is usually acquired over long practice. For this...
Repairing minor damage from rock strikes
It is recommended to regularly repair even the smallest paint damage, as this prevents rust and more serious damage from developing. To remove small dents and...
It is recommended to regularly repair even the smallest paint damage, as this prevents rust and more serious damage from developing. To remove small dents and...
Body straightening/repair of rusty holes
Small dents can be leveled with a straightening hammer using a suitable stand. If there are rusty holes in the body, it is recommended to replace the entire...
Small dents can be leveled with a straightening hammer using a suitable stand. If there are rusty holes in the body, it is recommended to replace the entire...
Coloring
To avoid any problems when painting, it is necessary to use a primer and paint from the same manufacturer. In this case, the paint will not bubble or wrinkle...
To avoid any problems when painting, it is necessary to use a primer and paint from the same manufacturer. In this case, the paint will not bubble or wrinkle...
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