Preparing D-Pillar For Installation - Ar63.20-P-2000-02LWX

Model 253.3 

The following steps are shown on the left side of the vehicle and must be performed analogously on the right side in the event of damage.

1. Mark separating point on D-pillar (1) and cut (area A).

   Transfer separation point from vehicle.

2. Expose spot weld on D-pillar (1) and cut out from inside (area B).
3. Expose spot welds on D-pillar (1) and drill with Ø 6, 5 mm bit (area C).
4. Remove section from D-pillar (1).
   Fig 1: Outer D-Pillar Panel Installation Preparation Cut Line Locations (Model 253.3)

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5. Grind mating surfaces on D-pillar (1) down to bare metal in crosshatched areas.

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

6. Remove grinding dust.
7. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.

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