Removing Side Panel

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Fig 1: Identifying Side Panel Dimensions

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Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified dimensions and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer panel only.
Before loosening the wheel arch welding connections:
Straighten wheel arch edge similarly to new part.
Compare position of severance cuts with REINFORCEMENT PLATES .
Dimensions a = approx. 110 mm from roof edge.

Dimension b = approx. 250 mm to centrepoint of 25 mm diameter hole.

Open welded connections in areas (1).

NOTE: In addition to the dimensions, the position of the separating cut can be determined with a TEMPLATE (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Template

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Open welded connections in areas (1).

Open brazed connections in areas (2).

Release side wall from cavity sealing and remove.

Fig 3: Identifying Welded And Brazed Connections Areas

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