Removing side wall

Fig 1: Identifying Reinforcement Plates Severance Cuts

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Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified dimensions and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer panel only.
Compare position of severance cuts with REINFORCEMENT PLATES .
Dimension a = approx. 45 mm past centre of 15 mm dia. hole.
Dimension b = approx. 50 mm
Measurement c = approx. 160 mm from roof edge corner.
Open welded connections in areas (1).
Open spot-welded adhesive joints in area (2)
Open FOLDED BONDED CONNECTION in area (3).

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

Fig 2: Identifying Pillar Trim Template

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Open welded connections in areas (1).

Take off side panel.

Fig 3: Identifying Welded Connection Areas

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Open welded connections in area (1).

Release bonded joint (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Welded Connection Areas And Bonded Joint

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