The doors and luggage compartment lid are already removed before repair work starts.
Sealing rubber retaining plate
Separating cut.
Mill out the spot welds.
NOTE:Do not position the separating cut on the C-pillar any lower, as otherwise the NVH element underneath could be damaged.
Side wall
Preliminary separating cut.
Mill out the spot welds.
Grind out the wheel arch edge one panel thickness.
Side wall
Mill out the spot welds.
Side wall
Heat up the NVH areas and carefully release the side wall.
Installation
Side wall
Drill holes for puddle welding.
NOTE:Check the gaps to the door and the tailgate. Always apply clinched flange protection, PU glass adhesive and 2-pack metal adhesive just before installing the new part.
Side wall
Apply PU glass adhesive to the NVH elements.
Side wall
Apply PU glass adhesive.
Apply 2-pack metal adhesive and clinch the wheel arch.