Freelander Service Procedures
PANEL REPAIRS
77-2-40 REPAIRS
'A' post - 3 door
In this procedure, the front outer body side panel is
replaced in conjunction with the inner 'A' post and the
'A' post reinforcements.
Remove
1. Disconnect battery earth lead.
2. Disconnect alternator.
3. Disconnect all ECUs.
4. Remove road wheel(s).
5. Remove front wheel arch liner.
6. Remove front wing.
- front - remove for access & refit.
8. Remove front seat.
9. Remove fascia.
10. Remove duct of outboard face level ventilator.
11. Remove headlining.
12. Remove windscreen.
13. Remove treadplate from front door aperture.
Release front carpet and position aside.
14. Remove front door aperture seal.
15. Remove engine bulkhead insulation.
16. Driver's side: Remove passenger
compartment fuse box.
Repair
1. Remove existing panel(s), prepare panel joint
faces and install new panel(s) in accordance
with Panel Replacement Procedure. Punch or
drill holes in new panel for plug welding as
shown.
