Removing D-Pillar Reinforcement

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IMPORTANT: The D-pillar reinforcement baffle will be damaged irreparably during removal and must be replaced.

Disconnect connection points Connection points .

Fig 1: D-Pillar Reinforcement Component Location
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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
2. 1.2 Unscrew self-tapping screws -1-
Disconnect connection points Connection points .

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Connection points
1. 2.1 Remove punch rivets using VAS 852 001 - body dent removal system, aluminium and VAS 6790 - compact booster .
  5X00IN23 REPLACING PUNCH RIVETS AND PENETRATED JOINTS
2. 2.2 Unscrew self-tapping screws
Heat bonding areas Bonding areas . V.A.G 1416 - Hot-air blower

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

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Bonding areas
Remove D-pillar reinforcement.