51 00... Notes on component bonding adhesive tape
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1. General notes
- Bonding at room and object temperature of >+18 °C.
- Newly painted parts may only be bonded after a drying time of at least 24 hours.
- Optimal bonding/attachment to the background surface is achieved after approx. 48 hours. Components must not be exposed to mechanical strain beforehand (car wash, strength test, etc.).
- Do not touch bonding surface.
- It is not the length of time that pressure is applied but rather the force of pressure applied that is crucial.
- Detaching the adhesive tape after pressing destroys the adhesive layer.
- After being pressed on gently, adhesive tape can be pulled off again up to 3 times.
2. Auxiliary materials and tools
- CLEANING AGENT R1 OR CLEANING AGENT R2 (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Department)
- Fluff-free cleaning cloths
- Pressure roller
3. Preparations
- Remove all adhesive residue or clean new part thoroughly
- Clean the areas to be bonded immediately before bonding to remove silicone and grease residues.
NOTE:
Observe air drying time ≥1 minute.
4. Bonding
4.1 Components without pre-fitted adhesive tape
- Pull off liner* from adhesive tape
- Position adhesive tape on component and stick on
- Press down adhesive tape over entire adhesive area
- Continue with Point 4.2
* Liner is the protective film on the adhesive tape
4.2 Components with pre-fitted adhesive tape
- Pull off liner* from adhesive side (if adhesive area is large, do not pull off liner completely)
- Align component in correct position on vehicle
- Press down component over entire adhesive area
* Liner is the protective film on the adhesive tape