Rear wing lower reinforcement

Operation 7210E50 · Structure elements-central and rear part

Removing

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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 a rotary brush to clean the panel edges in order to expose the weld spots.

2. Use a chamfering machine to crop weld spots.

3. Drill out the spot welds indicated.

Use a chisel and mallet to remove spots drilled previously.

4. Remove the reinforcement.

Straighten the panel edges using a hammer and profiled stake.

Use a grinding wheel to remove the weld spot residues.

Use a rotary brush to clean treated areas.

1. Apply the electric weld paint finish.

1. Use a rotary brush to remove the corrosion-proof treatment from around the inner and outer edges of the part.

2. Drill holes in the part at the points shown.

Use electroweldable paint on the newly-treated edges.

Refitting

1. Position the reinforcement correctly on the car and secure using self-locking grippers.

Check the part is properly aligned.

2. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the figure.

3. Use a MIG welder to fill the holes made previously.

Correct any deformations in the panel using a profiled stake and mallet.

1. Use a grinding wheel to level the welds

Use a rotary brush to clean the newly-welded areas.

1. Apply rust-proofing to newly-welded areas.

Seal the joint lines between the part and the car.

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