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Front Side Member and Fender Apron Panel LH > < Frame Tolerance Check
Front End Sheet Metal Repairs - Fender Apron Panel Reinforcement Streetka 2003.5 (01/2003-07/2005)
Removal and Installation

  1. Repair parts
    • Fender apron panel reinforcement

Removal

  1. General Notes
    • The fender is already removed before commencing the repair.
    • Required removal operations: Hood, bumper, door, headlamps and wheelhouse liner.
    • Move all wiring away from the working area.

  1. Fender apron panel reinforcement
    • 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 501-25A must be followed.

  1. Fender apron panel reinforcement
    • Drill holes for puddle welding.

  1. Fender apron panel reinforcement
    1. Resistance spot weld.
    1. Puddle weld.

Front Side Member and Fender Apron Panel LH > < Frame Tolerance Check