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

Protection

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
145/146 Factory Service Manual
Year
1994–1999
Section
Fixed bodywork components › Protection
BodyworkProtection
  1. Using a spot welder or, where necessary, a MIG welder, proceed as shown in the diagram.
  2. Using a MIG welder, weld a seam as shown in the diagram.
Detail A: spot weld points 1 (8); detail B: weld points 1 (2) and MIG seam 2
  • Using an abrasive grinding wheel, remove and flush the residues left by welding.
  1. Using a rotating brush, clean the welded areas.
Cleaning the welded areas with a rotating brush (1), with grinding wheel and brush tools

PROTECTION

  1. Apply the specified corrosion inhibitor to the areas which have been MIG welded.
Applying corrosion inhibitor with a spray can (1)
  1. Apply the specified sealant along the lines shown in the diagram.
Sealant line 1 on the rear wheel arch area
Sealant lines 1 on the rear pillar area

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

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