3 Series E46 316i (M43TU) SAL
Install shaped parts for cavity sealing
B-pillar, inside (2),
entrance, centre, inside (cover for side member) (1).
Installation of shaped parts for cavity bulkhead,
refer to 41 00 ... Installation of shaped parts for cavity bulkhead,
except for cover for frame side member
Install cover for side member spare part and locate in position. To
install cover for side member, also fit doors.
Ensure sufficient weld gap of welding point in cut-out area of B-
pillar, "window".
Weld cover for side member spare part in door aperture.
Important!
Do not weld upper welding spots on inside B-pillar (1) as the
inside B-pillar spare part would not then be able to be
installed.
Weld reinforcement plate, cover for front side member.
Weld connection point, cover for front side member.
Fit individual welding spots so close together that a continuous
seam is created.
Locate welding spots in a way which prevents distortion caused by
heat elongation. Ensure that welded areas have cooled down
sufficiently.
Danger of distortion!
RA Replacing cover for side member, left or right (partial replacement, B-pillar be
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