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Removing A-Pillar Reinforcement

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  1. Remove A-pillar. → 511255 REPLACING A-PILLAR 
  2. Loosen welded joints.
    1. 2.1. Grind down spotwelds.
    2. 2.2. Grind down MIG seams.
      3. Fig 1: A-Pillar Reinforcement Component Location
      G09938498Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  3. Grind down MIG seams.
    Fig 2: Identifying A-Pillar Reinforcement
    G09938499Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  4. Heat up connection areas using a hot-air gun.
    Fig 3: Removing A-Pillar Reinforcement
    G09938500Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove A-pillar reinforcement.
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