Preparation Of New Part

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Make severance cut on new carrier support part in accordance with severance cut on vehicle.

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

Open weld joints in areas (1) on both sides.

Open welded connections in area (2).

Detach remainder of reinforcement from engine support.

Fig 1: Identifying Welding Areas

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Open welded connections in areas (1).

Take off holder.

Fig 1: Identifying Welding Areas

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