Partially Prepare Side Longitudinal Member Paneling - Ar63.30-P-1040-02LWE

Model 213 

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 points on longitudinal member paneling (1) and cut (area A, area B or areas A and B).

   Transfer separation points from vehicle.

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2. Grind mating surfaces on longitudinal member paneling (1) down to bare metal in the crosshatched areas.

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

3. Remove grinding dust.
4. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.