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One of the top technical inquiries received at Ask I-CAR, “Is there a sectioning or partial replacement procedure available?” To help answer this question, RTS has an OEM Partial Part Replacement Search that tells you if these procedures are available on a specific vehicle. Let’s take a closer look at the 2017 Audi Q3.
The full 2017 Audi Q3 OEM Partial Part Replacement Search page is on the RTS website. This gives you a good understanding of general areas for sectioning or partial replacement. I-CAR does not have permission to show exact locations for sectioning or the procedure itself. However, Audi has a paid subscription website with collision repair information.
The Q3 has multiple sectioning procedures available for the front lower rail. The body repair manual notes it is important to stay away from the laser weld when sectioning the front lower rail. The upper rail has a single sectioning location that replaces the front portion. The rear rail also has a single sectioning location.
The outer uniside offers multiple sectioning procedures, including the outer quarter panel, outer A-pillar, and outer B-pillar. Sectioning is also available in multiple locations for the uniside reinforcements, along with the inner uniside. The rear body panel can be sectioned in multiple areas, and the trunk floor has a single sectioning location.
Check out www.erwin.audiusa.com to view the 2017 Audi Q3 body repair manual.
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