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Removing B-Pillar

Information 

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

Information 

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

  1. Mark and make cuts.
    Location Description Type Basic value Tolerance 1 Tolerance 2
    Dimension C   Distance 20 mm    
    Fig 1: B-Pillar Component Location
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  2. Drill out spotwelds using spotweld drill Nr.129  .
    Fig 2: Removing B-Pillar
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  3. Heat up connection area using a hot-air gun.
    Fig 3: Identifying Connection Area
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  4. Remove B-pillar.