Prepare A-pillar outer section for installation

AR63.20-P-1102-02SRC

Prepare A-pillar outer section for installation

Model

453.4

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).
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.