Door sill rail

Operation 7210B15 · Structure elements-central and rear part

Removal

See Op. 7210E44 Door sill rail outer trim .

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.

Use a rotary brush to clean the areas to be ground to expose the weld spots.

1 Drill out the weld spots shown in the figure.

2 Use a chamfering machine to crop the weld spots indicated in the figure.

3 Remove the door sill frame from the car.

Straighten the edges using a mallet and profiled stake.

Use a grinding wheel to remove the weld spot residues.

1 Apply electric weld paint finish to the panel edges shown in the figure.

1 Working at the bench, make equidistant holes as shown in the figure.

Use a rotary brush to remove the corrosion-proofing from both sides of the part in the areas to be welded.

2 Apply the electric weld paint finish to edges in contact with the car.

Refitting

1 Fit the part in its seat and secure using self-locking grippers.

Check the part is properly aligned and ensure the surrounding gap is even.

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 weld residues and remove.

1 Apply rust-proofing to newly welded areas.

2 Seal the areas indicated in the figure.

Apply paint.

3 Apply wax oil inside the door sill frame.

See Op. 7210E44 Door sill rail outer trim .