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Fiat Bravo/Brava (182) Factory Service Manual (1995-2001)10 · 70 Bodywork
10 · Body & interior

Finishing operations

Make
Fiat
Model
Bravo /Brava (182) Factory Service Manual
Year
1995–2001
Section
Replacing body panels › Finishing operations
70 BodyworkFinishing operations

Finishing operations

  1. Correct any distortions to the panel using a hammer and dolly block.
  2. Remove any weld slag using a disc grinder.
Rear bodyshell panel with a disc grinder shown in an inset, illustrating the removal of weld slag.

Protections

  1. Apply the electro-phoretic treatment to the areas previously involved in the welding.
  2. Seal the joins between the rear cross member cover and the bodyshell using IVI 854210 transparent acrylic sealant or an equivalent product.
  3. Proceed with the painting and waxing stage.
Rear bodyshell panel showing three sequential protection steps: application of electro-phoretic treatment, sealing of joins with a sealant gun, and painting/waxing with a spray gun.

Parts & tools for this job For 1995 Fiat Bravo

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