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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 VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 14 (COLLISION - BODY PANEL REPAIR (E82))BODY PANEL REPAIR41 0 GENERAL CONTENTS OF BODY REPAIR
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
41 0 General Contents Of Body Repair
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION 41 0 General Contents Of Body Repair
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GENERAL BODY CONTENTS TABLE
REPAIR TECHNIQUES TABLE
| Repair techniques | -> | Straightening | -> | Straightening aluminum parts |
| - | - | - | -> | Straightening steel parts |
| - | -> | Grinding | -> | Grinding aluminum parts |
| - | - | - | -> | Grinding steel parts |
| - | -> | Cutting repairs | -> | Weld in reinforcement plate (steel plate) |
| - | - | - | -> | Sectional repair of extruded aluminum sections with repair elements |
| - | -> | Welding and soldering | -> | Welding aluminum parts |
| - | - | - | -> | Welding and soldering steel parts |
| - | - | - | -> | Opening weld joints |
| - | -> | Bonding | -> | Bonding aluminum on aluminum |
| - | - | - | -> | Bonding aluminum on steel |
| - | - | - | -> | Bonding steel on steel |
| - | - | - | -> | Bonding glass |
| - | -> | -> | Spot-weld bonding steel parts | |
| - | - | - | -> | Opening adhesive bonds |
| - | - | - | -> | Repairing plastic parts |
| - | -> | Riveting | -> | Riveting aluminum parts |
| - | - | - | -> | Riveting steel parts |
| - | - | - | -> | Carrying over hole pattern |
| - | -> | Repair elements | -> | Aluminum repair elements |
| - | - | - | -> | Steel thread repairs |
| - | -> | Corrosion protection (general) | -> | Priming |
| - | - | - | -> | Sealing |
| - | - | - | -> | Gun for cavity sealing |
| Painting | -> | 41 00... Gun For Cavity Sealing | - | - |
| - | -> | 41 00... Information/Warning Labels | - | - |
| - | -> | Sectional painting | - | - |
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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.