Check that the components connected are not distorted by checking the bodyshell alignment measurements using suitable equipment (gauges, templates or jigs).
Straighten the body as necessary.
Use the vibrating knife with the special blade to remove the P.V.C. from under the door to highlight the spot welds.
Use the rotary brush to clean the edges of the panel to highlight the spot welds.
1. Use the chamfering machine on the spot welds shown in the diagram.2. Use the drill with a special bit and chamfer the spot welds shown in the diagram.3. Use the circular saw following the cutting lines in the diagram.
Use the hammer and chisel and remove the spot welds milled previously.
4. Remove the underdoor side member outer trim.
Straighten the edges of the underdoor housing using a hammer and dolly block.
Remove the spot weld residues using a disc grinder.
Use a rotary brush to clean the areas treated previously.
Position the replacement part in the vehicle and secure it using self-locking clamps.
Fit the front door.
Check the alignment and the eveness of the surrounding gap, then remove the door.
1. Use the circular saw to cut the edges of the panel so that the join line is perfect.
Remove the excess offcuts and the replacement part.
2. Remove the anti-corrosion treatment from the entire perimeter of the inside and outside of the replacement part using a rotary brush.3. Make equidistant holes using the drill along the lower and side edge of the replacement part.
Apply the electro-weldable paint to the edges in contact with the vehicle.
Position the replacement part and secure it using self-locking clamps.
Use a spot welder in the areas shown in the diagram.
Use a MIG welder and weld the openings made previously.
Use a MIG welder and seam weld as illustrated in the diagram.
Correct any distortions to the panel using a hammer and dolly block.
Use a disc grinder to level and remove the welding.
Use a rotary brush to clean the areas welded previously.
Apply anti-oxidant protection to the areas involved in the welding.
Seal the join lines between the replacement part and the vehicle.
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