Civic CX Hatchback L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC MFI (1997)
6. Mold the related parts.
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Level and finish the burrs left on the welding surfaces with a sander.
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Fill all drilled holes by MIG or gas welding.
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Use a hammer and dolly to even out the welded areas of the lower dashboard, front side frame and dashboard upper side member.
7. Set the new front wheelhouse and damper housing.
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Apply body paint to both sides of the new front wheelhouse and damper housing.
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See Paint Repair section.
WARNING:
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Ventilate when spraying paint. Most paint contains substances that are harmful if inhaled or swallowed. Read the paint label before
opening the paint container.
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Avoid contact with skin. Wear an approved respirator, gloves, eye protection and appropriate clothing when painting.
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Paint is flammable. Store it in a safe place, and keep it away from sparks, flames or cigarettes.
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Remove the undercoat from both sides of the welding section and expose the steel plate using a disc sander
WARNING: To prevent eye injury, wear goggles or safety glasses whenever sanding, cutting or grinding
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Clamp to the front side frame with vise-grips and squill vises.
NOTE:
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Apply the spot sealer to the welding surface when spot welding.
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Clamp the front bulkhead with vise-grips.
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Measure the front compartment diagonally.
NOTE: Use of a positioning jig is recommended.
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Spot weld several points in the clamped sections, and temporarily attach the front wheelhouse and damper housing
WARNING: To prevent eye injury and bums when welding, wear an approved welding helmet, gloves and safety shoes.
