Removing Outer Upper Side Member (Section)

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Only make cuts in the top plate. Make sure not to damage the plate underneath when doing this.

Mark and make cut -A- .

Fig 1: Outer Upper Side Member Component Location (Section)
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Loosen welded joints.
1. 2.1. Drill out spotwelds using spotweld drill .
2. 2.2. Grind down MIG seams.
Remove outer upper side member.