41 21 600 Replacing left C-pillar (side panel removed)

Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .

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:

• (1) Side frame, outer
• (2) Extension, side panel
• (3) Support, C-pillar

Mark cutting lines according to specified dimensions and cut.

Measurement a = approx. 800 mm after rear edge of B-pillar.

Measurement b = approx. 150 mm from roof edge.

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Installation: 

• Apply window glass adhesive to CAVITY ACOUSTIC BAFFLE  (2).
• Weld in REINFORCING PANELS  at all severance cuts.
Fig 2: Identifying Cutting Lines, Welded Connections Areas, And Cavity Acoustic Baffle
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Open weld joints in area (1).

Open weld joints in area (1).

Remove C-pillar section.

Installation: 

Weld new components in areas (1) additionally.

Preparation of new part: 

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

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