Removing Roof Pillar (Reinforcement)

Loosen friction element welded joints.
> 5X00IN29 REPLACING FRICTION ELEMENT WELDED JOINT

> Friction weld elements

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Friction weld elements
Drill out spotwelds.

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Resistance spot welds on B-pillar
Drill out spotwelds.

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Spotwelds
Heat bonding areas using > V.A.G 1416 - hot-air blower .

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Bonding areas on roof pillar (reinforcement)
Remove roof pillar (reinforcement).