41 21 201 Replace B-pillar with reinforcement on left

Procedure OBSERVE repair stage 3.

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.

The following new body parts are required:

Fig 1: Identifying Outer Side Frame

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Removal of B-pillar with reinforcement

Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified dimensions and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer panel only for following severance cuts.

Dimension "a" = approx. 150 mm from component edge of roof outer skin.

Dimension "b" = approx. 100 mm below cut a.

Open welded connections in area (1).

NOTE: Cut out metal section is needed again for sealing.

Fig 2: Identifying Outer Panel Severance Cuts Dimensions

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Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified dimensions and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut outer panel only for following severance cuts.

Dimension "a" = approx. 160 mm from center point of 8 mm dia. hole.

Dimension "b" = approx. 200 mm from component edge of roof outer skin.

Dimension "c" = approx. 200 mm before center point of hole

dia. 8 mm.

Open welded connections in areas (1).

Release B-pillar from cavity sealing (2) and remove

Fig 3: Identifying Outer Panel Severance Cut Dimensions

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New part preparation

Mark severance cuts on new part in accordance with severance cuts on vehicle and cut.

Prepare REINFORCEMENT PLATES at severance cuts.

Adjust new parts to fit with alignment bracket or universal mounting.

Installation of B-pillar with reinforcement

Apply sealant to CAVITY SEALING .

Install new parts and reinforcement plates with alignment bracket or universal mount and weld.