LR3/Disco 3
Magnesium
Magnesium AM60B is used to make the hood latch panel. It has good ductility and energy absorbing properties. It is also
used on the instrument panel mounting beam.
No attempt should be made to weld or straighten the hood latch panel and it should be replaced in the event of an
accident. If the corrosive coating is damaged it must be repaired using 'Land Rover Low Temperature Anti-Corrosion
Coating', service part no VEP 501 840 PMA
Magnesium in body structure
Accident damage and diagnosis
General notes
Exact diagnosis of the extent of damage enables proper repair planning.
All body repairs must be carried out in accordance with the guidelines in this Body Repair Manual.
The stability and strength properties of the body must be taken into account during body repairs. The body has
exactly defined deformation patterns that must not be affected by any repair work.
For instance, the crumple zones absorb the bulk of the impact energy. If any unprofessional repair techniques or
methods are used in these areas then this can pose a fundamental threat to vehicle safety.
Hidden damage
As well as looking at external indicators like flaked off paint, it is vital to check for hidden body damage or
deformation that is not visible from the outside. Large attached parts like bumpers and inner fenders often need to
be removed to allow accurate assessment of damage to underlying body parts.
Gap dimensions For additional information, refer to
Body and Frame
(501-26 )
Gap dimensions offer another alternative for diagnosis by visual inspection. If any changes or misaligned edges are
apparent, then this usually indicates that the dimensions of the affected part are incorrect.
Changes in gap dimension
