3 Series E36 318i (M43) CONVER
Open door pillar connections on support carrier from interior.
Expose and open connection to windshield.
Open door pillar from lower edge of upper door hinge up to lower
edge of lower door hinge.
Reinforcement pipe is then exposed and door pillar can be
removed.
Note:
Reinforcement pipe is welded on inside of door pillar.
Welding spots are not accessible from outside which is why the
door pillar has to be opened up.
Figure illustrates location of reinforcement pipe on support carrier.
RA Replacing front left or right door pillar (cover for side member removed)
BMW AG - TIS
24.01.2013 12:16
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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