Cut Variants

Information 

Cuts can be made in the defined areas in the outer side member due to the parts dimensions. The purpose of the different cuts is to keep the repair area as small as possible in the event of damage.

The diagram should help you to determine the correct position of cuts.

Fig 1: Outer Side Member Component Location

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1. A-B-C  - Replace cuts for outer side member. → 514555 REPLACING OUTER SIDE MEMBER 
2. B-C-D  - Replace cuts for center side member. → 514855 REPLACING CENTRE SIDE MEMBER 
3. E-F  - Replace cuts for B-pillar. → 514155 REPLACING B-PILLAR 

Fig 2: Identifying Outer Side Member Variants Cutting Position

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1. D - → Distance: 60 mm 
2. E - → Distance: 23 mm 
3. F - → Distance: 75 mm