New Part Preparation

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Most of operation is described on the left side. Right side identical.

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

IMPORTANT: Cut outer metal panel only.

Dimension a=170 mm

Measurement b = 110 mm

Fig 1: Identifying Cut Outer Metal Panel Dimension

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Open welded connections in areas (2).

Installation note:

The disconnected parts will still be required.

Fig 2: Identifying Welded Connections Areas

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Open welded connections in areas (1).

Mark severance cut (2) in accordance with vehicle and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer metal panel only.

Fig 3: Identifying Severance Cut And Welded Connections Areas

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Open welded connections in areas (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Welded Connections Areas

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Open welded connections in areas (1).

Installation note:

The disconnected parts (2) will still be required.

Fig 5: Identifying Welded Connections And Part Areas

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Open welded connections in area (1).

Mark severance cut (2) in accordance with vehicle and cut.

Prepare REINFORCEMENT PLATES at severance cuts.

Adjust new parts to fit with alignment bracket or universal mounting.

Before welding in, also adjust tail panel, tailgate and rear lights to fit.

Fig 6: Identifying Severance Cut And Welded Connections Area

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