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Sectioning And Partial Part Replacement: 2017 Volkswagen Jetta
I-CAR · April 10, 2018 · Volkswagen
Summary
This article outlines the available sectioning and partial part replacement procedures for the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta, highlighting options for the front lower rail, upper rails, rear rails, outer uniside, uniside reinforcement, inner uniside, and trunk floor. It emphasizes that specific procedures, including MIG soldering and overlap specifications, must be accessed directly through Volkswagen's paid subscription website.
What to do on the job
Always access the official Volkswagen erWin website to retrieve the exact sectioning locations, welding specifications, and procedures before performing any partial replacements on a 2017 Jetta.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the necessity of accessing and billing for the OEM erWin subscription to obtain specific sectioning guidelines. It proves that Volkswagen permits sectioning on the front lower rail, upper/rear rails, outer/inner uniside, and trunk floor, but requires adherence to specific OEM methods such as MIG soldering/gas-shielded arc continuous welding on the outer uniside and a 10mm overlap on the trunk floor.
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