Front Hinge Pillar Body Sectioning
Removal Procedure
Warning:
Refer to
Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning
.
Warning:
Refer to
Collision Sectioning Warning
.
Warning:
Refer to
Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning
.
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to
SIR Disabling and Enabling
.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.
3. Remove all the related panels and components.
4. Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
5. Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to
Anti-Corrosion Treatment and
Repair
.
Note: Sectioning can be done anywhere in the straight area along the rocker panel.
6. Create cut lines
(1) on the front hinge pillar body.
Note: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.
7. Cut the panel where sectioning is to be performed (1).
8. Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the front hinge pillar body.
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