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Preparing Front Side Member For Installation

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  1. Grind both sides of the connecting flanges on the inner side member in the marked areas until bare.
    Fig 1: Identifying Inner Front Side Member For Installation
    G09938318Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  2. Grind both sides of the connecting flanges on the outer side member in the marked areas until bare.
    Fig 2: Identifying Outer Front Side Member For Installation
    G09938319Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  3. Coat all spot-weld flange areas with zinc powder paint.