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Rover 400 Body Repair Manual (1995-2000)06 · Panel repairs
06 · General

2.0 petrol and diesel models (page 3 of 4)

Make
Rover
Model
400 Body Repair Manual
Year
1995–2000
Section
Repairs
Panel repairs2.0 petrol and diesel models · page 3 of 4
Diagram

A. Drill holes with a spot cutter from the rear support stiffener side. B. Drill holes with a spot cutter from the front side outrigger side. C. New Front Side Frame D. Inside Sill Extension E. Front Side Outrigger F. Rear Support Stiffener

NOTE: Be careful not to let drill holes penetrate through to the new part.

  • Keep the holes to a minimum since they will be used as weld holes for MIG welding of new part.
  1. Set the new rear support stiffener in the original position properly and place a jack under the rear support stiffener for support.
  • Remove the undercoat from both sides of the welding section, and expose the steel plate using a disc sander.

WARNING: To prevent eye injury, wear goggles or safety glasses whenever sanding, cutting or grinding.

Set the new rear support stiffener in the original position properly and place a jack unde

A. New Rear Support Stiffener

  • Check the position of the rear support stiffener using the body dimensional drawings.
  • Temporarily weld the mating surfaces with the dashboard lower and inside sill extension.

WARNING: To prevent eye injury and burns when welding, wear an approved welding helmet, gloves and safety shoes.

Parts & tools for this job For 1995 Rover 400

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