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Removing Outer Side Member

Information 

Mark cuts A, B and C  in accordance with the new part. Make sure to leave an overlap of approx. 3 cm with respect to the body.

Information 

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

  1. Mark and make cuts.
    Fig 1: Outer Side Member Component Location
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  2. Drill out spotwelds using spotweld drill Nr.129  .
    Fig 2: Identifying Spotwelds For Drilling
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  3. Bend up edge of wheel arch.
    1. 3.1. Heat up connection areas using a hot-air gun.
    2. 3.2. Bend up edge of wheel arch.
      Fig 3: Removing Outer Side Member
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  4. Heat up connection areas using a hot-air gun.
    Fig 4: Identifying Heat Up Connection Areas
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  5. Remove outer side member.