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

Replacement (page 3 of 4)

Make
Rover
Model
400 Body Repair Manual
Year
1995–2000
Section
Repairs
Panel repairsReplacement · page 3 of 4
  1. Perform main welding.
  • Weld the front pillar and side sill outer joints with a MIG welder.
  • Make 20% to 30% more spot welds than there were holes drilled.

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

  • Make 5 mm (0.2 in) holes in the MIG weld holes with the repair part, and weld the front pillar stiffener and dashboard upper side member with a MIG welder.
  • Weld the inner wing upper member.
Perform main welding.
Perform main welding.
  1. Finish the welded areas.
  • Finish grind the finishing allowance with a disc sander until it is smooth.

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

  • Smooth the flanged section of the door opening with a hammer and dolly.
  1. Apply the sealer.
  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.

Parts & tools for this job For 1995 Rover 400

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