41 21 013 REPLACE A-PILLAR. OUTER LEFT REP-REP-RAF6041-4121013 - V.2 (Countryman 2017-2023, except PHEV)
Procedure OBSERVE repair stage 3!
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .
For set-up work, see the surrounding texts on 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):
- (1) Side frame, outer
Removal
Mark and perform the separating cuts according the dimension.
Dimension a = approx. 75 mm from the center of the 8 mm dia. bore.
Dimension b = approx. 145 mm from center of a 20 mm dia. bore.
Open welded connections in areas (1).
LOOSEN spot-welded adhesive joints in areas (2).
Release and remove A-pillar from cavity sealing (3).
New part preparation
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 areas (2) and (3).
- 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!
- Schematic diagram.