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