939011426 - 7210B41 R.R. REAR WHEEL ARCH STIFFENER IN BOOT (ONE), LH OR RH

Removing ( Refitting ) - Check that the components connected are not distorted by checking the bodyshell alignment measurements using suitable equipment (gauges, templates or jigs).- Straighten the body as necessary.
1. Sand the seam weld shown in the diagram.- Use a rotary brush to remove the paint to gain access to the spot welds.2. Use the chamfering machine to remove the spot welds shown in the diagram.- Use the drill and chamfer the spot welds not accessible with the chamfering machine.- Use the hammer and chisel and remove the spot welds chamfered previously.- Remove the part from the vehicle.
- Straighten the edges of the vehicle using a mallet and profiled block.- Remove the spot weld residues using a disc grinder.- Use a rotary brush to clean the areas treated previously.1. Apply electro-galvanizing paint.
1. Remove the anti-corrosion treatment from the entire perimeter of the inside and outside of the replacement part using a rotary brush.2. Drill the part at the points shown using a drill.- Apply electro-weldable paint to the edges involved.
Refitting ( Removing ) 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 MIG welder and weld the openings made previously in the replacement part.3. Use a MIG welder to seam weld in the join areas.
- Correct any distortions to the panel using a hammer and dolly block.1. Use a disc grinder to level the welds.- Use a rotary brush to clean the areas welded previously.
1. Apply anti-oxidant protection to the areas involved in the welding.- Seal the join lines between the replacement part and the vehicle.- Proceed with the painting stage.