Partially Separate End CROSSMEMBER Inner Section - Ar64.20-S-1130-01E

Model 447, 448 

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1. Mark separation point and cut (area A).

   Do not cut too deeply. Otherwise the components below can be damaged and weakened.

   Cut separation point according to degree of damage (area A).

2. Expose spot welds on crossmember inner section (1) and cut out (areas B to E).

   Cut out spot welds through two sheet metal thicknesses (arrows).

3. Expose inert gas weld on crossmember inner section (1) and cut out (areas F and G).
4. Remove damaged crossmember inner section (1).
5. Sand down mating surfaces to bare metal in crosshatched areas.

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

6. Remove shavings and drill chips.
7. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.

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