41 35 102 Replacing Rear Left Side Panel (Partial Replacement Before Longitudinal Member Cover)

Read contents of Body, General  . See 41 0 CONTENTS OF BODY, GENERAL .

Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.

Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs!

Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.

Following new body parts are required:

• (1) Partial section, rear side panel
  Fig 1: Identifying Partial Section, Rear Side Panel

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Open weld joints in areas (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Open Weld Joints Area

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Fig 3: Identifying Open Weld Joints Area

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Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified measurements and cut.

Measurement a = 260 mm from roof edge

Measurement b = approx. 200 mm from middle of lower lock striker screw point.

Severance cut (c) in centerpoint of 15 mm dia. hole

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Installation information: 

• Apply window glass adhesive to cavity acoustic baffle (2).

  In area (3) move cavity acoustic baffle approx. 20 mm downwards.

• Weld in reinforcing panels  at all severance cuts. See 41 00... WELDING IN REINFORCEMENT PLATE (STEEL PLATE) .

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Open brazed joint in areas (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Open Brazed Joint Area

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