Prepare C-Pillar For Installation - Ar63.20-P-0500-02LWT

Model 213.2 

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 C-pillar (1) and cut (area A).

   Transfer separation point from vehicle.

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2. Sand mating surfaces on C-pillar (1) down to bare metal in cross-hatched 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.

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