Prepare B-pillar with side longitudinal member for installation - AR63.20-P-0550-04SC

For all other operation steps, observe information on pretreatment of bonding surfaces.

1. Scribe separation line on B-pillar with longitudinal member (1) with metal needle template, cut and remove section (area A).

   Transfer dimension from vehicle.

   Fig 1: Identifying Separation Line On B-Pillar With Longitudinal Member (Area A)

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   Fig 2: Identifying B-Pillar With Longitudinal Member Crosshatched Areas

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2. Grind B-pillar with longitudinal member (1) down to bare metal in crosshatched areas with round wire brush.

   Grind spot weld flanges down to bare metal on both sides.

   Fig 3: Identifying Scribe Position Cut On Panel

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3. Scribe position cut (B) on panel (3), cut with body saw and remove section.

   Transfer dimension for cut (B) from new rear fender.

4. Grind connection surface on panel (3) down to bare metal in crosshatched areas with round wire brush.

   Grind spot weld flanges down to bare metal on both sides.

5. Grind reinforcement down to bare metal in crosshatched areas with round wire brush.
   Fig 4: Identifying Grinding Surface On Panel Down To Bare Metal In Crosshatched Areas

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