Removing The Rear Left Side Panel

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: 41 00... Releasing bonded connections

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: 41 00... Loosening bonded folded joints

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Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified dimensions and cut. Thereby disconnect only the outer panel.
Dimension = 63 mm from the center of the hole with Ø 20 mm.
Dimension = 110 mm from the roof outer skin corner.
Release welded connections in areas (1) .
Release the spot-welded adhesive joints in area (2) .
Release folded bonded joints in area (3) .
Release the side panel from the cavity sealings (4) .
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: 41 00... Determination of separating cut using a template
Determine position of the severance cut in addition to the dimensions with the aid of a template (1) .

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

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Open welded connections in areas (1) and (2). Remove side wall.

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Open welded connections in area (1) .
Release bonded joint (2) .
Remove lock striker reinforcement.

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