REAR WING FRAME

Operation 7210B45 · STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS (CENTRE AND REAR section)

The vehicle should be in the following condition before the operation: boot lid removed, rear wing 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 straightening operations to the bodyshell before cutting the component.

1. Make cuts in sections (1a) and (1b) using a power saw.

2. Remove the spot welds shown in the diagram using a chamfering machine and a drill.

3. Detach the rear wing frame and remove it.

Refitting

1. Grind the surface of the bodyshell affected by the welding and apply electro-galvanizing paint to the surface treated.

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

1. Position the replacement part (1a) and secure it using self-locking clamps (1b).

- Check that the replacement part is correctly positioned.

2. Weld in the areas shown in the diagram.

3. Seam weld in the cutting areas (3a) and (3b).

- Check that the welded components are correctly positioned.

- Level the spot welds using a disc grinder.

- Clean the inner and outer parts using a rotary brush.

- Apply electro-galvanizing paint to the parts ground.

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