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7. Tack weld the new roof panel

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

• Spot weld the clamped sections to temporarily install the roof panel.
• Set the windscreen and tailgate and check the roof panel for proper installation.
• Install the roof moulding and check the width of the groove.

8. Perform the main welding.

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

• Spot weld the roof rails at the front and rear.
• Spot weld the roof arch.
• Make 20% to 30% more spot welds than there were holes drilled.
• Smooth the spot weld areas under the windscreen and rear window with a hammer and dolly.

NOTE: After welding the pillars, grind and finish the welded areas flat and blend them into the roof panel.

• Weld the roof rail from the inside by MIG welding as shown.

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