41 21 013 Replace A-Pillar, Outer Left Rep-Rep-RAF5541-4121013 - V.1 (Cooper 4-Door Hatchback, 2020-2023)
Procedure OBSERVE repair stage 3!
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .
For stripping and rigging operations, refer to surrounding text on the KSD CD (FRU number 41 21 013).
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific PROCEDURE .
Use only an approved SPOT WELDER for repairs!
The following new parts are required (see Electronic Parts Catalog):
- A-pillar, outer
Removal:
Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified dimensions and cut.
Dimension a = 55 mm below center point of 8 mm dia. hole.
Dimension b = 135 mm before center point of 25 mm dia. hole.
LOOSEN spot-welded adhesive joints in area (1).
Open welded connections in areas (2).
Release and remove A-pillar from cavity sealing (3).
Preparation of new part:
Mark severance cuts on new parts according to severance cuts on vehicle and sever.
Prepare REINFORCEMENT PLATES at severance cuts.
Remove superfluous components from new part.
Adjust new part and prepare for joining by welding.
Installation:
Apply sealing compound to CAVITY SEALING (1).
Install new part and reinforcement plate and weld in area (2).
- Vehicles with sliding/tilting sunroof: Make sure water drain hose (1) is correctly installed! (watertightness).
- In vehicles with a normal roof, a grommet is installed instead of the water drain hose.
Please ensure correct installation of the grommet!