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.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2432 (COLLISION - BODY PANEL REPAIR (F12) CONVERTIBLE)BODY REPAIR GENERAL INFORMATION41 00... SETTING BLIND RIVET NUTS AND BOLTS
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
41 00... Setting Blind Rivet Nuts And Bolts
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION 41 00... Setting Blind Rivet Nuts And Bolts
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 33 other vehicles, including the 2018 BMW M6, 2018 BMW 650i xDrive, 2018 BMW 650i, 2018 BMW 640i xDrive, and 2018 BMW 640i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Studs welded as standard are always replaced by blind rivet bolts.
- Drill holes (0.2 mm larger than the outside diameter of the blind rivet nuts or blind rivet bolts).
- Blind rivet nuts and studs must have a special coating for anti-corrosion purposes.
Use the blind rivet nuts and bolts supplied in the case of the manual riveting tool for steel only!
- It will no longer be possible to set a blind rivet nut if the drilled hole is too big. In this event, set a clip nut. This nut tightens itself automatically when screwed to the component.
- Insert blind rivet nuts or bolts and tighten down with rivet tool. See 41 00... REPAIR SOLUTION FOR STRAIGHT SHANK/HEXAGON RIVET NUT .
- Seal blind rivet nuts and blind rivet bolts with sealant D1 (risk of corrosion). See 41 00... OVERVIEW OF CONSUMABLES (4.0 Sealant).
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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.