Installation of side member

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Install new parts with alignment bracket or universal mount and weld analogue to series standard:

Extension, side member
Extension, end plate side member
Mounting, bumper

Weld extension for end plate side member (2) in areas (3) and (4) the same as series.

Fig 1: Identifying End Plate Side Member Weld Extension Areas

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Weld extension for side member (2) in areas (3) and (4) the same as series.

Fig 2: Identifying End Plate Side Member Weld Extension Areas

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