Rear outer wheel arch

Operation 7210B35 · Structure elements-central and rear part

Removal

See Op. 7210E51 Left rear wing .

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 circular saw to cut along the cutting lines shown in the figure.

2 Cross-sections of key areas as a guide to allow the operator to adjust cutting position and depth in order to avoid damage to the underlying panels.

3 Use a chamfering machine to remove the weld spots.

4 Drill out the weld spots shown in the figure.

5 Use a chisel and mallet to remove the outer wheel arch.

Straighten the panel edges using a hammer and profiled stake.

Use a grinding wheel to remove the weld spot residues.

1 Apply the electric weld paint finish.

1 Cut the part at the bench. Take care to leave a sufficiently wide section of steel to attach the new part to.

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

2 Drill out equidistant holes along the section shown in the figure.

3 Apply electroweldable paint finish to the panel edges indicated.

Refitting

1 Position the part on the car and secure using self-locking clips.

Check the part is properly aligned.

2 Use a circular saw to cut both panel edges in order to obtain a perfect join.

Remove the part and trim off any excess sheet steel.

1 Position the part on the car and secure using self-locking clips.

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

3 Use a MIG welder to seam weld the upper panel edge and the door sill rail.

4 Use a MIG welder to fill the holes on the part made previously.

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

1 Use a grinding wheel to level the weld and remove.

1 Apply rust-proofing to newly-welded areas.

2 Seal the areas indicated in the figure.

Apply paint.

3 Apply wax oil protection through the hole indicated.

See Op. 7210E51 Left rear wing .