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prevented by the molded and hardened plastic resin. The hardened resin
is colorless and has the same refraction index as glass.
ALUMINUM REPAIRS
CAUTION: Use tools for either steel or aluminum.
Recommendation: Aluminum tool kit in tool storage unit V.A.G 2010/2
NOTE:
This guide only applies to conventional steel vehicles on which aluminum
panels are installed.
You can see the areas where these panels are used in a picture in 00 -
TECHNICAL DATA Aluminum Panels
For repairs with all-aluminum vehicles, e.g. Audi A8, the following 00 -
TECHNICAL DATA Aluminum Panels.
Paint
Paint structure is identical to a steel body.
Only approved, aluminum-compatible materials may be used.
CAUTION: Only remove glue dots on ground connections after painting.
Surface treatment
Only use wire brush on high-grade steel.
Grinding disks should not be used because of their lubricating effect.
Use P 80 to P 200 grit sanding discs.
Only use sanding discs, drill bit, drill and cutting discs with cleaning block DA 009 802.
Clean surface with thinner.
Additional surface treatment same as with steel.
NOTE:
Cover aluminum parts when sanding or welding steel parts. If steel
shavings get onto aluminum, remove this immediately because they can
cause contact corrosion.
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2008 Audi A6 Quattro
Accessories and Body, Cab Body Collision Repair
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