41 32 000 Left Cowl Or Right Cowl Replacement (Coupe)

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Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.

Use only approved Spot-Welding Apparatus for repairs.

Following new body parts are required:

A-pillar, outer

Fig 1: Outer A-Pillar
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Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified measurements and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer plate only for following severance cuts.

Measurement a = approx. 100 mm from roof edge.

Measurement b = approx. 550 mm below severance cut a.

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Installation:

Weld in Reinforcing Panels at all severance cuts.

Apply window glass adhesive to Cavity Acoustic Baffle (2).

Fig 2: Measurement A (Approx. 100 mm) From Roof Edge

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