R.r. wing lower crossmember
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- 147 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2000–2004
- Section
- Removing refitting › R.r. wing lower crossmember
R.R. WING LOWER CROSSMEMBER
Removing
- 7210A15 R.R. HEADLAMP HOUSING/FRONT WING CROSSMEMBER.
Check if any of the connected parts are deformed by checking body alignment dimensions. Use appropriate measurement tools (reference rigs, templates or gauges).
Straighten the body if necessary.
1. Use an hacksawing machine to cut along the lines shown in the figure.
2. Remove the front beam from its seat.
1. Use a rotary brush to clean the areas in order to expose the weld spots.
2. Use a chamfering machine to remove the spot welds.
Remove the excess sheet steel using a hammer and chisel.
Use a grinding wheel to remove the spot weld residues.
1. Apply the electric weld paint finish.
Use a rotary brush to remove the corrosion-proofing from the weld areas.
1. Apply electroweldable paint to the areas to be welded.
Refitting
1. Fit the part correctly using self-locking clips.
2. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the figure.
1. Apply paint.
Apply wax.
Parts & tools for this job For 2000 Alfa Romeo 147
- TOOLTrim removal tool kitSearch: trim removal tool kit
- PARTTouch-up paintSearch: Alfa Romeo touch up paint
- PARTPanel clip assortmentSearch: Alfa Romeo panel clips assortment
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