Prepare A-Pillar Outer Section For Installation - Ar63.20-P-1102-02SRC

Model 453.4 

Fig 1: Locating Cut Line On A-Pillar

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1. Mark separating point on A-pillar outer section (2) and cut (area A).

   Transfer separation point from vehicle.

   Dimensions:

   a = approx. 32 mm

2. Grind mating surfaces on A-pillar outer section (2) down flat in crosshatched areas.

   Sand down spot weld flanges to bare metal on both sides.

3. Remove grinding dust.
4. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.
5. Grind mating surfaces on A-pillar paneling (1) and upper A-pillar outer section (3) down to bare metal in crosshatched areas.

   Do not coat bonding surfaces with zinc dust paint (area B).

   Fig 2: Locating Crosshatched Areas

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   Otherwise adhesion problems may occur.

   Sand down spot weld flanges to bare metal on both sides.

6. Remove grinding dust.
7. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.