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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2056 (COLLISION - BODY PANEL REPAIR (F01, F02))BODY REPAIR GENERAL INFORMATION41 00... BLIND RIVETSSETTING BLIND RIVETS
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
Setting blind rivets
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Setting blind rivets
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- Refer to repair instruction for rivet size.
- Position bore holes for blind rivets as specified in repair instruction. If necessary, carry over the positions of the rivets to the new component.
- Drill holes (0.2 mm bigger than the outside diameter of the rivet. Example 4.2 mm dia. for 4 mm rivet and 6.7 mm dia. for 6.5 mm rivet).
- Deburr holes.
- APPLY ADHESIVE .
- Insert blind rivet. If necessary, remove adhesive that has emerged.
Position blind rivet tool vertically. Use rivet head extension if accessibility is poor.
- Rivet blind rivet with blind rivet tool. In the meantime clean rivet head if fouled with adhesive. Risk of damage to rivet head by penetrating adhesive.
- Seal blind rivets with SEALANT D1 (risk of corrosion).
- Seal cavities after painting vehicle with CAVITY SEALANT (risk of corrosion).
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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.