Install A-Pillar Reinforcement

• Apply sealant D1 to the new cavity sealing (1).
  CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Sealant D1 (seam sealing)

  310 ml

  83422409985

• Insert the cavity sealing (1) in the new part.
• Apply sealant D1 to cavity sealing in the area (2).

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• Install the new part using an alignment bracket or a universal fixture and secure it.

  Weld new part in areas (1) and (2) as per new part preparation processes.

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• Weld new part in areas (1) and (2) as per new part preparation processes.
• In the area (1), set a 15 mm long MAG weld seam with the help of the hole (arrows).

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• Install the section (1) and the reinforcement plate.
• Weld the separating cut (2), reinforcement plate and areas (3).

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• Pre-clean adhesive area (1) on the vehicle and on the new part with solvent cleaner R2.
  CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Cleaning agent R2

  500 ml

  83190417324

• Clean adhesive area (1) on the vehicle and on the new part with solvent cleaner R1.
  CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Cleaning agent R1

  100 ml, Bottle

  83192211217

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• Apply adhesive K1 to the adhesive area (1).
  ADHESIVE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Body adhesive K1

  195 ml

  83190413015

  NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
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  Installation of cavity sealing (expanded)
• Apply sealant D1 to the new cavity sealing (2). Install new cavity sealing (2).
  CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Sealant D1 (seam sealing)

  310 ml

  83422409985

• Apply sealant D1 to the cavity sealings (2) and (3).
• Install new part and weld in areas (1) to (3) according to the new part preparation process.
• In the area (3), observe the bonded connection lying underneath. Avoid excessive application of heat.

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Follow-up work