Removing The Rear Left Side Panel
- Mark and cut the separating cut (1) at the C-pillar as per dimension (a). Disconnect only the outer panel.
Dimension (a) = 80 mm from corner of roof outer skin.
- Compare position of severance cut with reinforcement plate.NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: 41 00... Determination of separating cut using a template - Determine position of the separating cut in addition to the dimensions with the aid of a template (1).
- Mark and cut the separating cut (1) at the door sill as per dimension (a). Disconnect only the outer panel.
Dimension (a) = 137 mm from center point of hole with 0 20 mm.
- Compare position of severance cut with reinforcement plate.
- Loosen welded connections in areas (1).NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: 41 00... Loosening bonded folded joints - Loosen the folding bonded connection in area (2).
- Loosen side panel of cavity sealing (3).
- Loosen welded connections in areas (1).
- Open welded connections in area (1). Remove side wall.
- Open welded connections in area (1).NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: 41 00... Releasing bonded connections - Release the bonded connection (2).
- Remove the lock striker reinforcement (3).