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Alfa Romeo 145/146 Factory Service Manual (1994-1999)11 · Bodywork
11 · Body & interior

Preparation

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
145/146 Factory Service Manual
Year
1994–1999
Section
Fixed bodywork components › Preparation
BodyworkPreparation

PREPARATION

  1. Using a rotating brush, clean the areas which are to be spot welded .
  • Apply the specified electroweldable protection product to the areas to be welded.
Cleaning the areas to be spot welded (1) with a rotating brush

POSITIONING

  1. Position the new crossmember by mating the edges to be welded and securing them with clamps.

NOTE: Use a jig if necessary.

New crossmember (1) secured with clamps

WELDING AND FINISHING OF THE SHEET METAL

  1. Using a spot-welder or, where necessary, a MIG welder, proceed as shown in the diagram.
Weld points on the front crossmember: (4) and (6) points at 1
Weld points on the front crossmember: (5) and (3) points at 1

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