R.R. REAR WING LOWER FRAME

Operation 7210B50 · STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS (CENTRE AND REAR SECTION)

1.2 8v, 1.3 Multijet, 1.4 16v

Removing

Op. 7210E52 R.R. REAR WING

- Ensure that the components connected are not distorted by checking the body alignment measurements with suitable equipment (reference rigs, templates or gauges).

- Straighten the body as necessary.

- Use a rotary brush to remove the paint and gain access to the spot welds.

1. Use the drill to chamfer the spot welds shown in the diagram.

2. Use the chamfering machine to remove the spot welds shown in the diagram.

- Use a hammer and chisel to remove the previously chamfered spot welds, then remove the rear wing lower frame.

1. Straighten the edges of the panel.

- Remove the spot weld residues using a disc grinder.

- Correct any distortions to the panel using a mallet and dolly block.

- Apply electro-weldable paint along the edges of the body to be welded.

Refitting

1. Drill out the part at the indicated points.

2. Remove the anti-corrosion treatment from the perimeter of the spare part shown in the diagram using a rotary brush.

- Apply electro-galvanising paint to the previously treated surfaces.

1. Position the replacement part correctly on the body and secure it using self-locking clamps.

- Check that it is perfectly positioned and aligned.

1. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the diagram.

2. Use a seam welder to fill-weld the areas shown in the diagram.

- Correct any distortions to the panel using a mallet and dolly block.

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

- Apply rustproofing to the areas involved in the welding.

Op. 7210E52 R.R. REAR WING