51 31 ... Instructions For Repairing Stone-Chipped Laminated Safety Glass (Clear and Tinted)

51 31 ... Instructions for repairing stone-chipped laminated safety glass (clear and tinted)

NOTE: These repair instructions are intended for qualified skilled workers who work conscientiously and accept full responsibility for their work.

General:
- These instructions are restricted to the repair materials approved by the factory (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Service), the repair method and related tips to simplify the work involved.
- The instructions can only outline the general work procedure.
- The actual scope of work must be adapted to suit the extent of damage.
- The repair work represents an economical and swift solution which cannot rule out visual impairment.
- The repair should be offered to the customer on passing through or for used vehicles and on special customer request.
- The conditions detailed below for repairing laminated safety glass conform to the legal requirements in Germany.
- In other countries, the relevant requirements must be observed.

IMPORTANT:
- Repair work may only be carried out outside the field of long-distance vision.
- Only damage to the outer surface of the windscreen may be repaired.
- The inner window pane and the plastic film between inner and outer window panes must not be damaged.
- Repairing should be carried out as soon as possible after occurrence of the damage.
- The penetration of moisture or dirt must not be visible in the damaged spot.
- Impact spot cavities must not exceed a diameter of 5 mm.
- Cracks leading away from the impact spot must not be longer than 50 mm.
- Cracks must not end in the rubber window frame or decorative strip.
- Visibility through the repaired surface must be clear, transparent and with minimum distortion.
- Cover engine hood and front side walls with protective covers.
- Note processing instructions.

Repairing laminated safety glass,
refer to repair instruction.