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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2008M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWINDOWS AND GLASSWINDSHIELDSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND REPLACEMENTINSTRUCTIONS FOR REPAIRING STONE-CHIPPED LAMINATED SAFETY GLASS (CLEAR AND TINTED)
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Instructions For Repairing Stone-Chipped Laminated Safety Glass (Clear And Tinted)
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Instructions For Repairing Stone-Chipped Laminated Safety Glass (Clear And Tinted)
51 31 ... Instructions For Repairing Stone-Chipped Laminated Safety Glass Windscreens (Clear and Tinted)
Note: These repair instructions are intended for qualified skilled workers who work conscientiously and accept full responsibility for their work.
General:
- These instructions are restricted to the repair materials approved by the plant (DUOBOND) (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Service), the repair method and related tips to simplify the work involved.
- The instructions can only outline the general work procedure.
- The actual scope of work must be adapted to suit the extent of damage.
- The repair work represents an economical and swift solution which cannot rule out visual impairment.
- The repair should be offered to the customer on passing through or for used vehicles and on special customer request.
- The conditions detailed below for repairing laminated safety glass windscreens conform to the legal requirements in Germany.
- In other countries, the relevant requirements must be observed.
Important!
- Repair work may only be carried out outside the field of long-distance vision.
- Only damage to the outer surface of the windscreen may be repaired.
- The inner window pane and the plastic film between inner and outer window panes must not be damaged.
- Repairing should be carried out as soon as possible after occurrence of the damage.
- The penetration of moisture or dirt must not be visible in the damaged spot.
- Impact spot cavities must not exceed a diameter of 5 mm.
- Cracks leading away from the impact spot must not be longer than 50 mm.
- Cracks must not end in the rubber window frame or decorative strip.
- Visibility through the repaired surface must be clear, transparent and with minimum distortion.
- Cover engine hood and front side walls with protective covers.
- Note processing instructions!
Repair instructions for laminated safety glass, refer to 51 31 ...
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.