Body - Tailgate Corrosion Repair Procedure
SI B51 04 12Body Equipment
February 2012
Technical Service
SUBJECT
Tailgate Corrosion Repair Procedure
MODEL
E91 (3 Series Sports Wagon)
Produced to June 29, 2009
SITUATION
Corrosion or rust may be visible on the inner part of the left and right sides of the tailgate.
CAUSE
The outside plastic trim panel is not within tolerance, causing the trim to rub against the painted surface of the tailgate.
PROCEDURE
1. Inspect the area where the plastic trim panel meets the painted area of the tailgate. If rust or corrosion is present, proceed to the next step.
2. If the paint was damaged resulting in corrosion, a partial paint repair must be performed.
Do not replace the tailgate sheet metal panel. Replacement of the tailgate sheet metal panel is not permitted for this type of repair.
3. Replace both side trim panels with the optimized parts listed below.
Use ISTA/D repair instructions:
^ (51 49 003) Removing and installing/replacing trim for rear window frame on left or right
^ (51 24 300) Removing and installing or replacing left or right gas strut for read lid
During reassembly, use the trim parts listed below, and then reinstall all removed parts in the reverse order of their removal.
PARTS INFORMATION
WARRANTY INFORMATION