Replacing Engine Support Front Left Side Frame Connection (Front Left Wheel Arch Removed)

Observe procedure for REPAIR STAGE 3 .

Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .

Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific PROCEDURE .

For stripping and rebuilding operations, refer to surrounding texts on KSD (flat rate unit number 41 14 531).

Following new body parts are required (see Electronic Parts Catalogue):

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Removal

Open welded connections in areas (1).

OPEN spot-welded adhesive joints in area (2).

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Open welded connections In area (1).

Open spot-welded adhesive joints In area (2) and remove engine support/side frame connection (3).

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New part preparation

Open welded connections In area (1) and remove part section not required.

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Installation

Install and weld new parts.

Attention!

Risk of damage to adhesive area.

Avoid applying too much heat to adjacent adhesive area (1).

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