PILLAR PANEL BRACKET/REINFORCEMENT

Operation 7210A55 · Structural elements (front part)

The vehicle should be in the following condition before the operation: front wing detached, bonnet removed

Removing

- Check whether the components connected are distorted through the bodyshell alignment measurements using suitable test equipment (test benches, templates or jigs).

- Carry out any bodyshell straightening operations before cutting the component.

1. Using a chamfering machine and a drill, remove the spot welds along the perimeter of the bracket.

2. Cut along the line illustrated in the areas in contact with the front pillar using a power saw.

- Straighten the edges of the panel along the surface of the bodyshell involved.

1. Remove the anti-corrosion treatment using a rotary brush from the entire inner (1a) and outer (1b) perimeter of the replacement part.

2. Apply electro-galvanizing paint to the inner perimeter of the replacement part.

1. Clean the perimeter of the bodyshell involved thoroughly using a rotary brush and apply electro-galvanizing paint.

- Position the replacement part correctly, secure it using self-locking clamps and check that it is correctly positioned.

1. Use a spot welder in the areas shown in the diagram.

2. Weld in the area shown in the diagram.

- Clean the areas involved in the welding thoroughly removing the excess material.

- Check that the component fitted is correctly positioned.

- Apply electro-galvanizing paint to the parts ground.

When the operation is completed, refit the elements removed previously.