3315345 - 7210E45 partial door sill rail outer trim
Removing ( Refitting ) Check if any of the connected parts are deformed by checking body alignment dimensions. Use appropriate measurement tools (reference rigs, templates or gauges).Straighten the body if necessary.
1. Remove the PVC treatment from the door sill to expose the weld
spots using a vibrating cutter and appropriate blade.2. Use a rotary brush to clean the panel edges to reveal the weld
spots.
1. Use a chamfering machine to crop the weld spots indicated in
the figure.2. Use a drill fitted with an appropriate bit to drill out the weld
spots in the areas shown in the figure.3. Use a circular saw to follow the cutting lines shown in the figure.4. Cross-sections of key areas as a guide to allow the operator
to adjust cutting position and depth in order to avoid damage to
the underlying panels.Use a chisel and hammer to remove spots
ground previously.5. Remove the door sill from the car.
Straighten the door sill compartment
edges using a mallet and profiled stake.Use a grinding wheel to remove the weld
spot residues.Use a rotary brush to clean the treated
areas.1. Apply the electric weld paint finish to edges in contact with
the part.
Refitting
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Removing
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1. Trim the part, then position in its seat and secure the part
door sill using self-locking clips.2. Refit the front door.Check alignment and ensure the surrounding
gap is even, then remove the door.
1. Use a circular saw to cut the part by laying it in place.2. Remove part (2a) and trim off any excess (2b).
1. Drill out equidistant holes as shown in the figure.Use a rotary brush to remove the corrosion-proof
treatment from around the inner and outer edges of the part.2. Apply electrogalvanised paint to the edges in contact with the
car, as shown in the figure.
1. Position the part on the car and secure using self-locking clips.2. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the figure.3. Use a MIG welder to seam weld (3a) the areas shown in the figure,
then carry on welding to fill (3b) the holes made previously.
Correct any deformations in
the panel using a profiled stake and mallet.1. Use a grinding wheel to level the weld and remove.Use a rotary brush to clean the newly-welded
areas.
1. Apply rust-proofing to newly-welded areas.2. Seal the joint lines between the part and the car.Apply paint.3. Apply wax oil inside the door sill.