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the factory.

– Weld in lock reinforcement -1-, RP spot weld seam.
– Install side panel 

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Renewing D-pillar reinforcement -

part section

Includes: sealing channel - part section

WARNING

Observe safety notes!
Welding, parting using spark generating machines/tools or tin‐

ning in foam treated areas creates gases which are hazardous

to health and environment. Therefore, refrain from using these

processes.

Safety notes ⇒ General Information; Body Repairs, General Body

Repairs ; Safety notes
• Side panel already removed 

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• Tail light mounting already removed 

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1 - Moulded foam elements
2 - Cutting point
3 - D-pillar reinforcement
4 - Sealing channel
5 - Bonded area

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Tools

Note

♦

The use of different types and different thicknesses of steel

requires that only the welding units (inverters) authorised by

Volkswagen AG may be used to carry out repairs properly.

♦

The welding units (inverters) and body tools authorised by

Volkswagen AG are listed in ⇒  ServiceNet, Workshop Equip‐

ment, EH catalogue, Workshop equipment, Body and paint‐

work .

8.2

Removing

Note

Do not damage underlying panels when cutting out.

– Position parting cut on sealing channel -1- as shown and cut

out.

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– Position parting cut at D-pillar reinforcing as shown and cut

out.

– Separate original joint.

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