Removing Roof Pillar

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Fig 1: Roof Pillar Component Location

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Information

Loosen connection points on one side only. Do not damage the sheet-metal panel underneath.

Drill out spotwelds using spotweld drill; .

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Heat the marked bonding areas.

2.1. Remove roof pillar.

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