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Removing sill section

Mark severance cut in accordance with dimension and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer panel only.

Dimension a = approx. 60 mm from centre point of 20 mm dia. hole.

Open welded connections in areas (1) and (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Dimension Between Centre Point Of Hole To Welded Connection
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(welded connection (2) = reinforcement of jacking point on inside sill)

Remove rear entrance (3).

Installation note: 

When installing, replace welded connection (2) with BONDED CONNECTION .

Apply repair welding spots in area (1) to existing welding spots on new component/vehicle. This is necessary because the adhesive between the spot flanges acts as an insulator.

Weld in REINFORCEMENT PLATE  at severance cut.