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Removing Wing Rail

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  1. Unscrew self-tapping screws -1-  using > VAS 852 007A - FDS sockets  .
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    Self-tapping screws

    IMPORTANT: Punch rivets in this area are not replaced.
    1. 1.1  Grind off the reshaped die side of the punch rivets in area -A and B-  up to the fastening rail.
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      Punch rivets

    2. 1.2  Heat bonding areas. > V.A.G 1416 - Hot-air blower 
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      Bonding areas

  2. Pull wing rail from the ground punch rivets and remove.