Removing
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Refitting
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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 spot welds using a vibrating cutter and appropriate blade.2. Use a rotary brush to clean the panel edges to reveal the spot welds.
1. Use a circular saw to follow the cutting lines shown in the enlargements and in the figure.Use a chisel and mallet to remove spots ground previously.2. Use a chamfering machine to crop the weld spots indicated in the figure.3. Use a drill fitted with an appropriate bit to drill out the weld spots in the areas shown in the figure.Use a chisel and mallet to remove spots ground previously.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.5. Remove the door sill from the car.
1. Straighten the door sill compartment flaps using a mallet and profiled stake.Use a grinding wheel to remove the spot weld residues.Use a rotary brush to clean the treated areas.Apply the electroweldable paint finish.
Refitting
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Removing
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1. Fit the part in its seat after thoroughly degreasing and secure using self-locking grippers.2. Refit the front and rear doors.3. Refit the front wing.Check alignment and ensure the surrounding gap is even, then remove the door.
1. Use a circular saw to cut part (1) by laying it in place with front pillar (1a), central pillar (1b) and door sill end section (1c).Trim the cut edges and remove the part.
1. Use a rotary brush to remove the corrosion-proofing from around the inner and outer edge of the part.2. Drill out equidistant holes along the lower and side edges of the part.Apply electroweldable paint finish to the edges in contact with the car.
Position the part on the car and secure using self-locking grippers.1. Use a spot welder to weld the points indicated.2. Use a MIG welder to seam weld the pillars.3. Use a MIG welder to fill the holes made previously.
Correct any deformations in the panel using a profiled stake and mallet.Crimp the reference tabs.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 rail.
Removing
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Refitting
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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.
