2892319 - 7210E18 R.R. FRONT WING

Removing ( Refitting )

• Check that the components connected are not distorted by checking the bodyshell alignment measurements using suitable equipment (gauges, templates or jigs).
• Carry out any necessary bodyshell straightening operations.

• Lift up the bonnet lid.
• Open the front door.
• Remove the sound insulation.
• Remove the P.V.C. treatment between the front pillar and the wing using a vibrating knife and special blade.
• After heating, cut the sealant using the special blade between the front pillar and the wing.

• Apply bodywork adhesive tape to protect the edges of the front door and the front pillar.
• Undo the bolts fixing the front wing to the bodyshell.
• Remove the front wing from the vehicle.

Refitting ( Removing )

• Clean the residues of old sealant, thermo-expandable material and P.V.C. using the vibrating knife and special blade.
• Position the wing (2a) on the vehicle and secure it temporarily using the fixing bolts (2b).
• Lower the bonnet lid; close the door and check/adjust the alignment and eveness of the surrounding gap.

• Remove the wing from the vehicle.

• Paint the wing following the recommended cycle.

• Position the wing on the vehicle and screw in the fixing bolts without tightening them.
• Align the wing checking the surrounding lines with the door and the bonnet.
• The arrows indicate the possible movements for adjusting the wing.
• Fully tighten the wing fixing bolts.
• Remove the adhesive tape.

• Apply sealant in the area illustrated (following the recommended cycle).
• Renew the P.V.C. treatment in the areas shown (following the recommended cycle).
• Place the sound insulation in position.

• Reposition the components involved in the operation.