PRE-RELEASE
Rear side panel
| Rear side panel |
| To remove |
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Remove the rear window.
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| 2. |
Cut to the C-pillar. Use the spare part to get the correct measurement.
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| 3. |
Cut the sill as illustrated.
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Drill out the spot welds.
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Drill out the spot welds at the bumper abutment.
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| 6. |
Drill out the spot welds.
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| 7. |
Tap out the side panel and pull it loose from the adhesive on the edge of the wheel housing. Straighten any deformed metal.
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| 8. |
Adjust and straighten all the mounting surfaces.
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| To fit |
| 1. |
Measure and cut the replacement panel to fit against the sill and C-pillar.
If necessary, drill holes for plug welding at the rear bumper abutment. |
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| 2. |
Grind clean the surfaces on the body and replacement panel that are to be welded.
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Apply welding primer to the surfaces to be spot and plug welded. Use Teroson Zink Spray
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Apply Teroson 6700 on the edge of the outer wheel housing.
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Fit the replacement panel in place and secure with clamps.
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| 6. |
Spot weld and where necessary plug weld the replacement panel as illustrated.
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| 7. |
Spot weld and where necessary plug weld against the bumper abutment.
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Attach the replacement panel with spot welds.
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| 9. |
All-weld the joints at the C-pillar and sill.
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Grind the welds.
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Wash away surplus welding primer. Welding primer reduces the adhesion of paint, filler and sealant.
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| 12. |
Apply primer to all bare metal surfaces.
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Seal joints and seams with sealant.
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Apply rust protector inside the side panel after painting. Use Terotex HV 400.
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