- Use a rotary brush to remove the paint and gain access to the spot welds.1. Use the chamfering machine to remove the spot welds shown in the diagram.
- Straighten the edges of the vehicle using a hammer and dolly block.- Remove the spot weld residues using a disc grinder.- Use a rotary brush to clean the previously treated areas.1. Apply electro-weldable paint.
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1. Remove the anti-corrosion treatment from the entire perimeter of the inside and outside of the replacement part using a rotary brush.- Apply electro-weldable paint to the edges involved.
1. Position the replacement part correctly on the vehicle and secure it using self-locking clamps.- Check the alignment and the surrounding gaps.2. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the diagram.
- Correct any distortions to the panel using a mallet and dolly block.1. Use a disc grinder to level the welds.- Use a rotary brush to clean the previously welded areas.
1. Apply anti-oxidant protection to the areas involved in the welding.- Seal the join lines between the replacement part and the vehicle after having applied primer.
Removing
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Op. 7210E54 R.R. BOOT Op. 7210E52 R.R. REAR WING Op. 7210B75 R.R. REAR LIGHT CLUSTER HOUSING - Ensure that the components connected are not distorted by checking the body alignment measurements with suitable equipment (reference rigs, templates or gauges).- Straighten the body as necessary.
