Removing Side Panel

Fig 2: Identifying Cut Marking

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1. 1.1. Position the cut K  on the lower side member so that the replacement body panel overlaps with the lower side member by approx. 60 mm. Mark the cut.

Fig 3: Milling Off Spotwelds

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1. 2.1. Use a spotweld cutter to mill off spotwelds in areas A, B, C  .

   In area N  (Inset), the underlying reinforcement weld to the side section must be milled off (4 spot-weld connections).

Mill off spotwelds in areas E, F, G, J  using a spotweld cutter. Separate inert-gas welded seam in area I  using a parting grinder.

Fig 4: Identifying Milling Off Spotwelds Area E, F, G, J Using Parting Grinder

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Mill off spot welds in area H  using a spotweld cutter.

Fig 5: Identifying Milling Off Spotwelds Area H Using Spotweld Cutter

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Cut through the side section at the marked separation point K  using the oscillating body saw.

Fig 6: Identifying Side Cutting Section

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1. 6.1. The side section is factory-sealed with expanded sealant Y  from the light housing to the rear center panel joint. The expanded sealant will be destroyed when you change the side section and must be replaced.
   Fig 7: Identifying Expanded Sealant

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