3.2TL TYPE S V6-3.2L SOHC (2002)
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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.
8. 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 the front side frame with vise-grips and squill vises.
NOTE: 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 burns when welding, wear an approved welding helmet, gloves and safety shoes.
