Replace A-Pillar, Outer Left (Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works)
Procedure OBSERVE repair stage 3!
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .
For stripping and rebuilding operations, refer to surrounding texts on KSD (FRU number 41 21 013).
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific PROCEDURE .
Use only an approved SPOT WELDER for repairs!
Following new body parts are required (see Electronic Parts Catalog):
- A-pillar, outer
- windshield panel cover
Following CONSUMABLES are required.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Adhesive K1 | 1 |
| Cleaning agent R1 | 1 |
| Sealant D1 | |
| Cavity wax remover |
Removal
Open the welded connections in area (1) and remove the cowl panel.
Open welded connections in areas (1).
OPEN spot-welded adhesive joints in area (2).
Open and remove the bonded connections in areas (3).
New part preparation
Remove adhesive residues completely from flange surfaces of the vehicle.
Fit in new part.
OBSERVE preparation of bonding surfaces.
Installation
Clean all bonding surfaces on vehicle and on new part with cleaning agent R1.
Apply K1 adhesive to bonding surfaces (3).
Install new part and weld in the areas (1) and (2).
Install new part and weld in area (1).