PRE-RELEASE
Part of rear floor, CV
| Part of rear floor, CV |
| Removing |
This method concerns the right-hand side but the left-hand side can be done in a corresponding manner.
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Remove the
Rear bumper abutment, CV
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| 2. |
Cut the floor as indicated by the marks. Cut on the inside the member. The cut must be made so that the replacement piece overlaps by approximately 20 mm.
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Drill out the spot-welds.
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Tap out the rear floor and align any damaged sheet metal or panels.
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| Fitting |
| 1. |
Cut the replacement piece as illustrated. The cut must be made so that the replacement piece overlaps by approximately 20 mm.
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Drill for plug welding of the replacement piece.
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Grind all the surfaces that are to be welded.
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Apply welding primer to the surfaces to be plug or spot welded.
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Position and align the floor.
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Weld the floor in place.
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Smooth off the welds.
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Remove any remaining welding primer. Welding primer reduces adhesion of paint, filler and sealant.
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Apply primer to all bare metal surfaces.
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Fit the
Rear bumper abutment, CV
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Seal joints and seams with sealant.
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| 12. |
Apply PVC substitute on the underside of the floor.
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| 13. |
Apply a thin anti-corrosion agent to the members and cavities after painting.
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