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

5 door models

Make
Rover
Model
400 Body Repair Manual
Year
1995–2000
Section
Repairs › 5 door models
Panel repairs5 door models
Diagram

5 door models

5 door models

Saloon models

  1. Finish the welded areas.
  • Level the MIG welded areas with a disc sander.

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

  • Even out high areas with hammer being careful not to deform them.
  • Even out the spot welded flange areas with a hammer and dolly.
  • Fill in deformations and level differences of the welded areas with solder or putty, then finish.
  1. Apply the sealer. Apply sealer to the fuel filler section, boot lid opening joint and around the tail light area of the rear panel.
  2. Apply the paint.

WARNING:

Ventilate when spraying paint. Most paint

• contains substances that are harmful if inhaled or swallowed. Read the paint label before opening paint container. • Avoid contact with the skin. Wear an approved respirator, gloves, eye protection and appropriate clothing when painting. • Paint is flammable. Store it in a safe place, and keep it away from sparks, flames or cigarettes.

  1. Apply the undercoat. Apply undercoat to the inner wing and apply anti-rust agent to the inside of the outer panel.
  2. Install the related parts. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  3. Inspect, check, and clean.
  • Adjust the clearance with the door and boot lid, then adjust the level differences and fit. Check operation.
  • Test for leaks in the luggage compartment and passenger compartment.
  • Check the boot lid opening for water leaks.
  • Clean the luggage compartment floor.

Parts & tools for this job For 1995 Rover 400

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