Outer A-Pillar Section Separation - Ar63.20-S-1102-01E

Model 447, 448 

1. Mark separating points and cut (areas A and B).

   Do not make the cuts too deep. Otherwise the components below can be damaged and weakened.

   Model 447.8 with code PS2 (AMG line)

   Model 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)

   Determine separating point in area A so that there is sufficient distance to the attachment points of the mounting rail on the longitudinal member panel.

   Scribe separating point on A-pillar outer section (1) depending on degree of damage (area A).

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2. Expose spot welds on A-pillar outer section (1) and cut out (area D).

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3. Scribe separating points and cut around door hinge straps (areas D and E).

   Do not make the cuts too deep. Otherwise the components below can be damaged and weakened.

4. Expose spot welds on A-pillar outer section (1) and cut out (areas F, F₁ and G).

   Model 447 with code JX0 (Short-distance operation)

   Cut out weld spots through 2 sheet metal thicknesses (area F₁ ).

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5. Expose spot welds on A-pillar outer section (1) and cut out (areas H to M).
6. Heat A-pillar outer section (1) in crosshatched area.

   Cross-hatched area is bonded.

7. Remove damaged A-pillar outer section (1).