184001885 - 7210E45 PARTIAL DOOR SILL RAIL OUTER TRIM
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. Use a rotary brush to clean the panel edges to reveal the spot welds.2. Use a chamfering machine to crop the weld spots indicated in the figure.3. Drill out the points indicated.4. Use a circular saw to follow the cutting lines shown in the figure.5. 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 mallet to remove spots drilled previously.6. Remove the door sill from the car.
Straighten the door sill compartment flaps using a mallet and profiled stake.1. Use a grinding wheel to remove the spot weld residues.Use a rotary brush to clean the treated areas.2. 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 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-proofing from around the inner and outer edge of the part.2. Apply electric weld paint finish to the edges in contact with the car.
1. Position the part on the car and secure using self-locking grippers.2. Use a spot welder to weld the points indicated.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 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.
