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

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

Use only approved spot-welding apparatus  for repairs, see WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT !

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
• (2) Shaped part, C-pillar (not shown)

Fig 1: Identifying Partial Section, Rear Side Panel

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Fig 2: Identifying Cut Mark Area

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Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified measurements and cut.

Measurement a = 260 mm from roof edge

Measurement b = 130 mm

Measurement c = approx. 190 mm from middle of lower lock striker screw point

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Open adhesive bond in area (3).

Installation information: 

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

Fig 3: Identifying Weld Joints Area & Brazed Joint Areas

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Open weld joints in area (1).

Take off side panel.

Fig 4: Identifying Weld Joints Area

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Installation: 

Braze new part in areas (1).

Fig 5: Identifying New Part Areas

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Installation: 

Apply adhesive  in area (1).

Fig 6: Identifying Adhesive Area

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