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Removing Side Member Reinforcement

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  1. Remove side member reinforcement.

    Information 

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

    1. 1.1  Drill out spotwelds using > VAS 882 001 - spot-weld breaker  .
      G14361835Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

      Side member reinforcement

  2. Heat bonding areas using > V.A.G 1416 - hot-air blower  .
    1. 2.1  Pull down side member reinforcement in the inner B-pillar area -arrow A-  and remove it -arrows a-  .
      G14361836Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

      Side member reinforcement

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