B-pillar reinforcement (Discovery 3)

Removing

NOTE: This procedure replaces the B-pillar reinforcement along with the B-pillar outer panel.

NOTE: B-pillar trim panel is installed with B-pillar reinforcement.

1. Disconnect both wires from the battery. For more information refer to Specification.

2. Remove the external panel of an average rack of a body. For more information refer to 'B' Pillar Exterior Panel

3.

Item name	Description
A	Cutting line: 140.0 mm (5.51 inches)
1	Butt weld.
2,3	81 spot welds. (including trim panel for B-pillar)

4.

Item name	Description
1	Butt weld.
2	Noise isolation.
3	12 cork welds.

5. B-pillar trim panel comes with trim. Remove the B-pillar trim panel from the harness and install the B-pillar trim panel to the B-pillar reinforcement as shown in fig. E55948 and E55947.

Item name	Description
1	9 cork welds.
2	4 spot welds.

6. Additional information:

• Weld seam. For more information, refer to Body Repairs.
• Anti-corrosion protection. For more information, refer to Corrosion Protection.
• Tolerances. For more information, refer to Body and frame.

Installation

1. Install in the reverse order to dismantling.