Removing Roof Pillar

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

Drill out spotwelds using > VAS 882 001 - spot-weld breaker .

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Roof pillar

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Roof pillar
Drill out spot-welds using a > VAS 882 001 - spot-weld remover .

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Joints
1. 2.1 If necessary, cut a notch -LHD vehicle - on the roof bow to make the concealed welding point accessible.
Heat the marked bonding area using > V.A.G 1416 - hot-air blower .

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Roof pillar
Remove roof pillar.