BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Replace B-pillar, outer left
Procedure OBSERVE repair stage 3!
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL.
Use only an approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS for repairs! Following new body parts are required (see OVERVIEW OF CONSUMABLES):
- (1) A-pillar with entrance
- Shaped part, B-pillar bottom outside
Removal:
Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified dimensions and cut.
IMPORTANT: Cut outer panel only for following severance cuts.
Dimension a = approx. 180 mm after center point of Ø 8 mm hole.
Dimension b = approx. 175 mm from edge of roof frame.
Dimension c = approx. 180 mm from center point of Ø 20 mm hole.
Open welded connections in areas (1).
Release A-pillar from cavity sealing (2) and remove.
Preparation of new part: Mark severance cuts on new parts in accordance with severance cuts on vehicle and cut.
Prepare REINFORCEMENT PLATES at severance cuts.
Installation:
Apply sealant to cavity sealing .
Install new parts and reinforcement plates and weld to designated area (2).
Replace B-pillar with reinforcement on left
Procedure OBSERVE repair stage 3!
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL.
Use only approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS for repairs!
Place vehicle on straight ...
Replacing A-pillar with reinforcement on left
Procedure OBSERVE repair stage 3!
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL.
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific PROCEDURE.
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Special tools required:
31 2 242
31 2 246
31 2 240
NOTE:
If the wishbone is detached from the front axle support, it will be necessary to
carry out the wheel alignment procedure .
Necessary preliminary work:
Remove FRONT WHEEL .
IMPORTANT:
Do not release wishbone fr ...