Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
41 00... Replacing Blind Rivets
Special tools required:
- 2 348 128
- 72 1 210
Lay out protective mats in the relevant working area:
- Dashboard
- Entrance area
- Passenger compartment
Schematic diagram of folding pack holder for head airbag:
Drill off rivet plate down to rivet shank with a 10 mm twist drill bit.
Described for grab handle holder:
Drill off rivet plate down to rivet shank with a 10 mm twist drill bit.
Cut off blind rivet shanks down to sheet metal as level as possible.
Deburr remaining rivets with nipper pliers.
Installation note:
Apply primer to paintwork damages on side frame.
Press off rivet heads (1) using special tool 2 348 128 and remove.
Special tool 72 1 210 for collecting rivet heads.
Shank (1) of special tool is flexible and can be adapted to the relevant body contours.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.