Positioning the replacement part

Positioning the replacement part

1. Carefully place the replacement part in position .
2. Check that the cross member lining is perfectly positioned.
3. Fix the replacement part to the bodyshell using the special self-locking clamps.
4. Tack the replacement part making several spot welds.
5. Close the boot lid and check the alignment and the eveness of the surrounding gap.

Welding the spare part

1. Carry out spot welding at the contact edges between the rear cross member liding and the wing and the internal reinforcement.
2. Continue the spot welding on the contact edges near the spare wheel arch housing and the side edges.
3. Using a MIG welder fill the holes made previously in the replacement part.