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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 structural 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.
Diagram showing the front bodyshell structure with a close-up inset of a welded joint area, and an illustration of a disc grinder in the top right corner.

Protections

  1. Apply the electro-phoretic protective treatment to the areas previously involved in the welding.
  2. Seal the joins between the replacement parts and the bodyshell, using IVI 854210 transparent acrylic sealant or an equivalent product.
  3. Proceed with the painting and waxing stage.
  4. Apply wax based oil protective.
Diagram showing the application of protective treatments to the bodyshell structure, with a close-up inset of a hand applying sealant, and four illustrations of spray guns and applicators on the right side.

Parts & tools for this job For 1995 Fiat Bravo

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