41 21 203 REPLACING B-PILLAR, OUTER LEFT REP-REP-RAF6041-4121203 - V.2 (Countryman 2017-2023, except PHEV)

Procedure OBSERVE repair stage 3!

Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .

For stripping and rigging operations, refer to surrounding text on KSD (FRU number 41 21 203).

Use only an approved SPOT WELDER for repairs!

Following new body parts are required (see Electronic Parts Catalog):

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Removal

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Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified dimensions and cut.

IMPORTANT: Cut through outer panel only for the following separating cuts.

Dimension a = approx. 125 mm after center point of 20 mm dia. hole.

Dimension b = approx. 110 mm before center point of 20 mm dia. hole.

Dimension c = approx. 210 mm from the component edge of the roof outer skin.

Open welded connections in areas (1) and remove B-pillar.

New part preparation

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

Prepare REINFORCEMENT PLATES at severance cuts.

Fit in new part.

Installation

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Install new part and reinforcement plate and weld in area (1).

IMPORTANT: Risk of damaging the cavity sealings (2). Avoid excessive application of heat.