Separate Lower Locking Lug On D-Pillar - Ar64.30-S-0900-01E

Model 447, 448 

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1. Expose spot welds on bottom locking lug on D-pillar (1) and cut out (areas A to E).

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2. Drill holes for MAG welding (area F).
3. Grind down mating surfaces in crosshatched areas and around the holes (area F) to bare metal.

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

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