Windscreen base trim

Operation 7210B25 · Structure elements-central and rear part

Removal

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 chamfering machine to crop weld spots.

2 Drill out weld spots.

3 Use an oxyacetylene torch and steel brush to unweld welds at the corners.

Use a scalpel and mallet to remove spots ground previously.

4 Remove the beam at the base of the back window.

Straighten the beam seat panel edges at the base of the back window using a mallet and profiled stake.

Use a grinding wheel to remove the weld spot residues.

Use a rotary brush to clean the treated areas.

1 Apply the electric weld paint finish.

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

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

Refitting

1 Fit the part correctly using self-locking clips.

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

3 Use an oxyacetylene torch to hard-solder the roof corners of the back window base beam.

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 Apply sealant to the areas indicated in the figure.

Apply paint.

3 Apply wax oil inside the back window base beam.