41 13... Left Bulkhead Partial Replacement (Engine Carrier Front Section Removed): Notes

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The reduced-weight aluminum front end structure (GRAV) is used on this vehicle.

Following new body parts are required (refer to EPC):

Fig 1: Bulkhead Of Body

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Open rivet joints in areas (1) and (2).

Installation:

Use 8 rivets (size 13) in area (1).

Use 3 rivets (size 13) in areas (2).

Fig 2: Rivets On Area

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Mark severance cut (1) in accordance with measurements a and b.

Measurement a=30 mm

Measurement b=10 mm

Fig 3: Severance Cut Dimension

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Mark severance cut (1) in accordance with measurements a and b and cut bulkhead.

Measurement a=305 mm

Measurement b=365 mm

NOTE: Severance cut (1) runs next to contact surface (2) for engine carrier front section.

Cut area (2) from engine compartment side.

Fig 4: Severance And Area Cut Dimension

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