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41 21 510 Front Left Door Pillar Replacement (Front Side Panel Removed) (Convertible)

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For stripping and rigging operations, refer to FR number 41 21 510 .

Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific Procedure   .

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!

Place vehicle on straightening bench.

Following new body parts are required:

Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified measurements and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer plate only for following severance cuts.

Measurement a = approx. 130 mm from edge of rectangular hole.

Measurement b = approx. 160 mm from centerpoint of 12 mm dia. bore.

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Installation: 

Weld in reinforcing panels  at all severance cuts.

Fig 3: Identifying Weld Joint Areas
G06180086Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified measurements and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer plate only for following severance cuts.

Measurement a = approx. 175 mm from edge of cowl panel.

Dimension b = approx. 240 mm before bore hole dia. 20 mm.

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Installation: 

Mark new part in accordance with severance cuts above and cut.

Adjust new part to fit with straightening attachment or universal mount.

Weld in reinforcing panels  at all severance cuts.

Fig 4: Identifying Weld Joint Areas
G06180087Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.