Removal of outer wheel arch section
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Fig 1: Identifying C-Pillar Reinforcement, Cavity Acoustic Baffle, Severance Cut Positions And Welded Connection Areas
Mark severance cut (1) next to C-pillar reinforcement (2) and cut
IMPORTANT:
Severance cut in area (5) not permitted!
Open welded connections in area (3).
Remove cavity acoustic baffle (4).
Open welded connections in area (3).
Remove cavity acoustic baffle (4).