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Fiat Grande Punto Factory Service Manual (2005-2012)18 · Body panels and frame
18 · Body & interior

R.r. boot floor

Make
Fiat
Model
Grande Punto Factory Service Manual
Year
2005–2012
Section
Removing-refitting › R.r. boot floor
Body panels and frameR.r. boot floor

R.R. BOOT FLOOR

Operation 7210B55 · STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS (CENTRE AND REAR SECTION)

Removing

Op. 7210B82 R.R REAR CROSSMEMBER

Op. 7210B70 R.R. REAR TRIM (STRUCTURAL ELEMENT)

- 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. BOOT FLOOR

1. Use the hack saw following the cutting line in the diagram.

2. Remove the cut part from the car.

R.R. BOOT FLOOR

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

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

- Use the drill and chamfer the spot welds not accessible with the chamfering machine.

- Use the hammer and chisel and remove the spot welds chamfered previously.

- Remove the offcuts from the vehicle.

R.R. BOOT FLOOR

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

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

- Use the drill and chamfer the spot welds not accessible with the chamfering machine.

- Use the hammer and chisel and remove the spot welds chamfered previously.

- Remove the part from the vehicle.

R.R. BOOT FLOOR
R.R. BOOT FLOOR

- Straighten the edges of the vehicle using a mallet and profiled block.

- Remove the spot weld residues using a disc grinder.

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

1. Apply electro-galvanizing paint.

R.R. BOOT FLOOR

Refitting

1. Remove the anti-corrosion treatment from the entire perimeter of the inside and outside of the replacement part using a rotary brush.

2. Drill out part at the points indicated.

- Apply electro-weldable paint to the edges involved.

R.R. BOOT FLOOR

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

- Check the alignment and the surrounding gaps.

2. Use a spot welder in the areas shown in the diagram.

3. Use a MIG welder and fill weld the openings made previously.

R.R. BOOT FLOOR
R.R. BOOT FLOOR

1. Use a MIG welder and fill weld the openings made previously.

R.R. BOOT FLOOR

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

1. Use a disc grinder to level the welds.

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

R.R. BOOT FLOOR

1. Apply anti-oxidant protection to the areas involved in the welding.

- Seal the join lines between the replacement part and the vehicle.

R.R. BOOT FLOOR

Op. 7210B70 R.R. REAR TRIM (STRUCTURAL ELEMENT)

Op. 7210B82 R.R REAR CROSSMEMBER

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