Removing Side Panel
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Mark severance cut (1) in accordance with dimension and cut.
Mark severance cut (2) at component edge and cut.
IMPORTANT:
Cut outer panel only.
Compare position of severance cut (1) with REINFORCEMENT PLATE .
Compare position of severance cut (1) with REINFORCEMENT PLATE .
Measurement a = approx. 90 mm from center point of 20 mm dia. hole.
Open weld joint in areas (3).
Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified dimensions and cut.
IMPORTANT:
Cut outer panel only.
Compare position of severance cuts with reinforcement plates.
Measurement a = approx. 230 mm from roof edge
Dimension b = approx. 70 mm
Open welded connections in areas (1).
(2) Position of cavity sealing
Compare position of severance cuts with reinforcement plates.
Measurement a = approx. 230 mm from roof edge
Dimension b = approx. 70 mm
Open welded connections in areas (1).
(2) Position of cavity sealing
NOTE:
In addition to the dimensions, the position of the separating cut can be determined with a TEMPLATE (1).
Mark severance cut in accordance with dimension and cut.
IMPORTANT:
Cut outer panel only.
Measurement a = approx. 300 mm from roof edge
Open welded connections in area (1).
Open welded connections in areas (1).
Open brazed connection in area (2).
Open welded connections in areas (1).
Take off side panel.