Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Alfa Romeo
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
  1. Using a jig saw, cut the windscreen frame following the indications given in the diagram without damaging the underlying components.
Cutting the windscreen frame with a jig saw along line 1
  1. Using a circular saw, cut the front windscreen frame following the lines indicated in the diagram without damaging the underlying components.
Cutting the front windscreen frame with a circular saw along line 1
  1. Loosen the four screws securing the inner side panel frame to the front windscreen frame and remove the windscreen frame removing the sealant if necessary.
Screws 1 securing the inner side panel frame to the front windscreen frame

PREPARATION

  • Working on a bench cut the new front windscreen frame ensuring that enough material is left for overlapping.
  1. Using a wire brush, clean the area to be welded.
  • Apply the specified electroweldable protection to the areas to be spot welded.
Cleaning the area to be welded with a wire brush (1)

POSITIONING

  1. Position the front windscreen frame and join the edges together and secure with clamps and the four screws securing the inner side panel frame.
  • Using the windscreen, check positioning the front windscreen frame
  1. Using a circular saw, trim the excess sheet metal parts.
Front windscreen frame positioned with clamps (1) and trim areas 2

Parts & tools for this job For 1994 Alfa Romeo 145/146

Links open Amazon search results in a new tab. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.