A-pillar, lower part: Removing

Fig 1: Illustration For Step 2

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The A-pillar is fitted with reinforcement elements which must not be damaged when the pillar is cut.

IMPORTANT: Body reinforcements must only be cut and joined if they are specifically covered in the description of the methods. Unless otherwise stated, it is mandatory to discard and replace the damaged reinforcement component.

Position the car in an aligning bench and cross-measure if necessary.
Remove the reinforcement on the outside of the wheel housing. If it is undamaged, it can be re-used.
Roughly cut the outer sheet of the A-pillar at the center of the measuring point. Be careful not to damage the underlying sheet.

Fig 2: Illustration For Step 3-6
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Cut the outer sheet of the A-pillar at the center of the measuring point. Be careful not to damage the underlying sheet.
Drill out the spot-welds.
Lift away the outer sheet.
If the reinforcement is damaged. Drill out the spot-welds on the reinforcement.

Fig 3: Illustration For Step 7
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Lift away the reinforcement.
Align any deformed sheet metal or panels.