Preliminary Work

Preliminary Work For Body Repairs (With Straightening System) 

1. Remove accessories in the repair area.
   1. 1.1. Remove accessories in the repair area according to the extent of damage on the vehicle.
2. Set up straightening bench with straightening system.
3. Set vehicle on straightening bench.
4. Cover accessories adjacent to the repair area on the vehicle.
   1. 4.1. Cover all accessories remaining on the vehicle and adjacent areas with fire-proof protective covers.
5. Reshape connection area of the sheet metal parts to be replaced. See Information on aluminium repairs. Refer to WM 5X00IN WELDING ALUMINUM .
6. Expose joint areas.
   1. 6.1. Remove underbody protection, paint, etc. from the joint areas of the body using a hot-air gun or rotary brush.

1. Remove B-pillar. Refer to 514155 REPLACING B-PILLAR .
2. Remove outer side member. Refer to 514555 REPLACING OUTER SIDE MEMBER .