Removal of carrier support in front of wheel arch

Open welded connections in area (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Welded Connections Area

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Mark severance cut (1) as pictured and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer panel only.

Fig 2: Identifying Severance Cut Mark

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to spring strut dome!

Open welded connections in area (1).

Mark severance cut (2) as pictured and cut.

Fig 3: Identifying Welded Connections Area And Severance Cut Mark

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Mark severance cut (1) as pictured and cut.

Remove carrier support section.

Fig 4: Identifying Severance Cut Mark

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Preparation of new part:

Mark severance cuts on new parts in accordance with severance cuts on vehicle and cut.

Prepare REINFORCEMENT PLATES at severance cuts.

Adjust new part to fit with set of attachments or universal mount.