Use a rotary brush to remove
paint to gain access to the weld spots.1. Use a chamfering machine to remove the spot welds on the edge
shown in the figure.2. Drill out any weld spots not accessible to the chamfering machine.3. Using a drill, drill out the spot welds on the roof panel.4. Using a power saw, cut along the cutting lines illustrated on
the inner part of the bodyshell.Use a chisel and mallet to remove spots
drilled previously.Trim the cut edges from the car.
Straighten the car edges using
a mallet and profiled stake.Use a grinding wheel to remove the spot
weld residues.Use a rotary brush to clean treated areas.1. Apply the electroweldable paint finish.
1. Use a grinding wheel to remove the corrosion-proofing from around
the inner and outer edge of the parts.
Refitting
(
Removing
)
1. Position the inner section of the replacement part on the vehicle
and secure it in place using self-locking clamps.Check the alignment and ensure the surrounding
gaps are even.2. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the figure.3. Using the MIG welder, fill weld in the areas shown in the diagram.Correct any deformations in the panel using
a profiled stake and mallet.Use a grinding wheel to level the weldsUse a rotary brush to clean the newly-welded
areas.
1. Position the outer section of the replacement part on the vehicle
and secure it in place using self-locking clamps.Check the alignment and ensure the surrounding
gaps are even.2. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the figure.3. Using the MIG welder, fill weld in the areas shown in the diagram.Correct any deformations in the panel using
a profiled stake and mallet.Use a grinding wheel to level the weldsUse a rotary brush to clean the newly-welded
areas.
Removing
(
Refitting
)
- 7210B82 r r rear sacrificial
beam - 7210B70 R.R. REAR TRIM (structural element) - 7210E52 R.R. REAR WINGCheck 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.
