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Mark out connection point in cover for side member in front of side
panel:

Dimension (A) = 40 mm from center of bore 

 12 mm.

Mark cutting line, B-pillar.

Reference edge = edge of hinge over locating bore or locating
taper for doors

E = 380 mm

F = 470 mm

Reference edge = lower edge of roof

C = 150 mm

D = 240 mm

Caution!

Protect ITS head airbag so that it cannot be damaged during
welding or grinding work.

Due to

welding chips

grinding chips

excess heating over 70

°

 C

the functional capability of the ITS head airbag can be impaired. In
extreme cases, it will not be able to function at all!

RA  Replacing left or right side member cover (partial replacement of A-column and r

BMW AG - TIS

20.02.2013  17:45

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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