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Removing Seat Cross Member

  1. Disconnect connection points.
    1. 1.1 Remove punch rivets using > VAS 852 001 - Body Dent Removal System, Aluminium  and > VAS 6790 - Compact Booster  .

      > 5X00IN23 REPLACING PUNCH RIVETS AND PENETRATED JOINTS

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      Removing punch rivets

    2. 1.2 Unscrew self-tapping screws -1-  .
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      Unscrewing screws

    3. 1.3 Drill out spotwelds.
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    Drilling out spotwelds at the front

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    Drilling out spotwelds at the rear

  2. Cut welded seams on the seat cross member.
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    Cutting welded seams at the left

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    Cutting welded seams at the right

  3. Heat up bonding areas.
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    Heating up bonding areas

  4. Remove seat cross member.