NOTE: Rack Inner Panel «B» serviced as a separate welded panel.
Removing
1. When replacing the reinforcement element of the rack «B» the following items are removed:
- Front door
- Backdoor
- ceiling lining
- Rack outer panel «B»
- Reinforcing element of the rack "B"
2. For more information on this repair procedure, refer to the following sources: For more information, refer to the chapter: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Special Information and Approval Checks, Description and Operation) / Standard techniques used at the service station (100-00 General information, Description and principle of operation).
3. Remove the rack reinforcement "IN". For more information, see chapter: 'B' pillar reinforcement (501-29 Side panel sheet metal repairs, Removal and installation).
4. Mill out the contact welding points.
5. Separate the connections and remove the panel.
Installation
1. Prepare the mating surfaces of the old and new panels.
2. Drill holes in the new panel in preparation for MIG electric rivet welding.
3. Position the new panel in the desired location and fix it. Check position alignment; if correct, go to the next paragraph. If not, correct and recheck before continuing.
4. Weld with electric rivets using MIG technology.
5. Clean up all welds.
6. Installation of the corresponding panels and mechanical elements is carried out in the reverse order of removal.
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