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7210A15 R.R. HEADLAMP HOUSING/FRONT WING CROSSMEMBER 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. Use a hacksawing machine to cut following the cutting lines shown in the figure.2. Remove the front crossmember.
Use a rotary brush to remove paint to gain access to the weld spots.1. Use a chamfering machine to remove the weld spots shown in the figure.Drill out any weld spots not accessible to the chamfering machine.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.Apply electric weld paint finish to the edges to be welded.
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1. Position the crossmember correctly on the car and secure using self-locking grippers.Check the alignment and ensure the surrounding gaps are even.2. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the figure.
Correct any deformations in the panel using a profiled stake and mallet.1. Use a grinding wheel to level the weldsUse a rotary brush to clean the newly-welded areas.
1. Apply rust-proofing to newly-welded areas.Seal the joint lines between the part and the car.Apply paint.
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7210A15 R.R. HEADLAMP HOUSING/FRONT WING CROSSMEMBER 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.
