41 35 101 Rear Left Side Panel Replacement (Partial Replacement, Longitudinal Member Cover Before B-Pillar)

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Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs.

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

(1) Side panel, rear

Fig 1: Side Panel, Rear

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Fig 2: Cut Mark Area

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Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified measurements and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer metal sheet only.

Measurement a = approx. 100 mm from roof edge

Measurement b = approx. 375 mm from centrepoint of hole dia. 25 mm.

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Installation information:

Apply window glass adhesive to cavity acoustic baffles (2).
Weld in reinforcing panels at all severance cuts.

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Open brazed joints in areas (2).

Fig 3: Cut Mark Area And Brazed Joint Areas

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