Volkswagen Passat 2011 Body Repair Manual page 227

Note
In the area of the A, B and C-pillars, high tensile, highest tensile and hot formed steels are used. The weld
♦
flanges in these areas are about 13mm wide.
If spot welds are located at the edge of hot formed steel panels, the high temperature will cause the bond
♦
between the panels to change, which will subsequently have an effect on crash safety.
Therefore, locate spot welds as close to the centre as possible.
• Dimension -a- of 8mm can be achieved using angled welding
tips.
– Adapt new parts with vehicle positioned on alignment bracket
set and fix in place.
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Body Repairs - Edition 04.2011
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