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Fender Apron Panel Reinforcement > < Frame Tolerance Check - Convertible

Focus 2004.75 (07.2004-)

Front End Sheet Metal Repairs - Fender Apron Panel Section Focus 2004.75 (07/2004-)
Removal and Installation

  1. Replacement parts
    • Apron panel section
    • Front module bracket
    • Inner apron panel reinforcement

Removal

  1. General information
    • The apron panel reinforcement is already removed as a sectional replacement before repair work starts.
    • Necessary removal work: Bonnet, wing, bumper, door, front module, headlamp and wheelhouse liner.

  1. Front module bracket
    • Mill out the spot welds.

  1. Apron panel and apron panel inner reinforcement
    1. Separating cut.
    1. Mill out the spot welds.

  1. Apron panel
    • Mill out the spot welds.

Installation

NOTE:
NOTE:Before resistance spot welding of body panels with a total panel thickness of 3 mm and greater, the welding equipment instructions contained in sub-section 501-25 must be followed.
  1. Apron panel
    • Resistance spot weld.

  1. Apron panel and apron panel inner reinforcement
    1. Continuous MIG weld seam.
    1. Resistance spot weld.

  1. Front module bracket
    • Resistance spot weld.

Fender Apron Panel Reinforcement > < Frame Tolerance Check - Convertible