R.R. REAR WHEEL ARCH LINER

Operation 7210B40 · Structure elements-central and rear part

Removing

- 7210B35 R.R. REAR OUTER WHEEL ARCH

- 7210B50 rear wing lower reinforcement

Check if any of the connected parts are deformed by checking body alignment dimensions. Use appropriate measurement tools (reference rigs, templates or gauges).

Straighten the body if necessary.

Use a rotary brush to clean the panel edges in order to expose the spot welds.

1. Drill out spot welds in the areas shown in the figure.

2. Drill out spot welds in the areas shown in the figure.

Use a chisel and mallet to remove spots drilled previously.

3. Remove the rear inner wheel arch

Straighten the panel edges using a hammer and profiled stake.

Use a grinding wheel to remove the spot weld residues.

1. Use a drill to make equidistant holes in the area shown in the figure.

Use a rotary brush to clean treated areas.

2. Apply the electroweldable paint finish.

1. Use a rotary brush to remove the corrosion-proof treatment from around the inner and outer edges of the part.

Use electroweldable paint on the newly-treated edges.

Refitting

1. Lay the wheel arch on the car correctly and secure using self-locking grippers.

Check alignment.

2. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the figure.

3. Use a MIG welder to fill the holes made previously.

Correct any deformations in the panel using a profiled stake and mallet.

1. Use a grinding wheel to level the welds

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

1. Apply rust-proofing to newly-welded areas.

2. Seal the areas indicated in the figure.

Reapply the PVC treatment.

3. Apply sound-deadening panels.

Apply paint.

- 7210B50 rear wing lower reinforcement

- 7210B35 R.R. REAR OUTER WHEEL ARCH