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PRE-RELEASE

Part of rear frame member

Part of rear frame member

Removing


The rear bumper abutment and rear floor should be removed when the frame member is to be changed.

Important

The frame member must only be cut and joined behind the marking as shown. If the damage extends further, the entire frame member must be replaced.



1. Cut away the frame member and remove it.


Fitting



1. Cut the spare part so that it fits against the existing frame member in the body.

2. Fit the spare part and fixate with a couple of welding clamps.

3. Adjust the exact position of the frame member using the alignment bench measuring system.

4. All-weld the spare part to the frame member in the body.

5. Smooth off the weld.

6. Fit the rear floor and rear plate.

7. Apply primer to all bare metal surfaces.

8. Seal joints and seams with sealant.

9. Apply PVC substitute on the underside of the floor.

10. Apply a thin layer of anti-corrosion agent into members and cavities.


PRE-RELEASE