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Alfa Romeo GT Factory Service Manual (2003-2010)18 · Body panels and frame
18 · Body & interior

R.r. roof support crossmember

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GT Factory Service Manual
Year
2003–2010
Section
Removing refitting › R.r. roof support crossmember
Body panels and frameR.r. roof support crossmember

R.R. ROOF SUPPORT CROSSMEMBER

Operation 7210B18 · STRUCTURE ELEMENTS-CENTRAL AND REAR PART

Removing

Op. 7210E56 TAIL-GATE

Op. 7210E28 ROOF PANEL

  • Check that the components connected are not distorted by checking the bodyshell alignment measurements using suitable equipment (gauges, templates or jigs).
  • Straighten the body as necessary.
R.R. ROOF SUPPORT CROSSMEMBER
  • Use the chamfering machine on the spot welds on the right side (1a) and on the left side (1b).
  • Remove the roof supporting crossmember.
R.R. ROOF SUPPORT CROSSMEMBER

Refitting

  • Straighten the edges of the housing for the roof supporting crossmember using a hammer and dolly block.
  • Remove the spot weld residues using a disc grinder.
  • Use a rotary brush and clean the areas treated previously.
R.R. ROOF SUPPORT CROSSMEMBER
  • Position the replacement part (1a) correctly in the housing using self-locking clamps, then position the roof (1b) on the vehicle and check for any distortions.
  • Remove the roof.
R.R. ROOF SUPPORT CROSSMEMBER
  • Using the spot welder, weld the roof supporting crossmember on the right side (1a) and on the left side (1b).
  • Use a rotary brush and clean the areas welded previously.
  • Apply the anti-oxidant protection to the areas involved in the welding.
R.R. ROOF SUPPORT CROSSMEMBER

Op. 7210E28 ROOF PANEL

Op. 7210E56 TAIL-GATE

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