41 11 141 Replacing Cover For Left Or Right Frame Side Member (Partial Replacement Between A-And B-Pillars)

Read contents of Body, General  . Refer to 41 0 Contents Of Body, General .

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

Use only approved spot-welding apparatus  for repairs. Refer to 41 00... Workshop Equipment .

Following new body parts are required (refer to Electronic Parts Catalogue ETK):

• (1) Side frame, outer
  Fig 1: Identifying Side Frame, Outer

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  Fig 2: Marking Severance Cuts In Accordance With Specified Measurements

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Mark severance cuts (1) in accordance with specified measurements and cut.

Measurement a = approx. 290 mm from centerpoint of 20 mm dia. hole.

Measurement b = approx. 160 mm from centerpoint of 25 mm dia. hole.

Open weld joints in areas (2).

Installation: 

Weld reinforcement plates  at all severance cuts (1). Refer to 41 00... Welding In Reinforcement Plate (Steel Plate) .