Elements of the car body BMW 7 Series E32

Body. General information
The body of the BMW 7 Series is load-bearing. Body parts, side parts, roof and rear fenders are welded together. The front and rear windows are glued into the...

Body work precautions
When welding or other work is carried out during which sparks are formed, the battery must be removed (AB). No welding or soldering work is allowed on the...

Joint dimensions
When installing body parts, it is necessary to achieve the correct air gap (cover joint width (door) and adjacent body parts), otherwise the door will knock or...

Front bumper — removal and installation
2 - the lattice is open; 3 - the lattice is closed; 4 - shield; 5 - lining; 6 - shield; 7 - lining; 8 - lattice; 9 - gasket; 10 - cover; 11 - shield; 12 -...

Rear bumper — removal and installation
1 - lining; 2 - back pad; 3 - middle shield; 4 - side pad; 5 - shield; 6 - thermal insulation; 7 - expanding rivet; 8 - holder; 9 - cover for the towing eye;...

Engine hood — removal and installation
1 - hood; 2 - loop (hinge); 3 - adjusting plate; 4 - rear seal; 5 - side seal; 6 — a bolt with a six-sided head and with a washer; 7 - finger «masses»; 8, 9 -...

Trunk lid — removal and installation
1 - trunk lid; 2 - seal; 3 - loop; 4 - gas-filled rack; 5 - lock latch; 6 - TORX bolt with washer; 7 - lock; 8 - sleeve; 9 - TORX bolt with washer; 10 -...

Door — removal, installation and adjustment
The front and rear doors are removed and installed in the same way. Withdrawal Remove the bolt from each hinge (loops) using a 10 mm socket and a nut with a...

Removal and installation of rear-view mirror glass
Withdrawal Attention: The mirror glass must be removed at a temperature of at least 20°C. At lower temperatures clamps (clips) easy to damage. Pull the glass...

Removing and installing sunroof drive motor
Withdrawal Pry off the interior light with bulb holder with a blunt screwdriver, remove the plug. Pry off the stem with a screwdriver. Disconnect the control...

Removal and installation of a forward seat
Withdrawal Move the seat to its highest position by adjusting its height. Move the seat all the way forward. Loosen the seat belt mounting bolt. Release the...

Seat Belt lock tensioner
The seat belt tensioner is installed in the front seat. In a frontal collision, it provides a snug fit of the seat belt to the human body and prevents the...

Paintwork. General information
To carry out straightening and painting work on the body, you must have experience in such work. It is obvious that such experience, as a rule, is acquired...

Elimination of small damage from stone impacts
It is recommended to repair even the smallest damage to the paint regularly, as this prevents rust and more serious damage. To eliminate small potholes and...

Body straightening / repair of rusty holes
Small dents can be smoothed out with a straightening hammer using a suitable stand. If there are rusty holes in the body, it is recommended to replace the...

Coloring
In order to avoid any problems during painting, it is necessary to use a primer and paint from the same manufacturer. In this case, the paint will not bubble...