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

Replacement (page 4 of 4)

Make
Rover
Model
400 Body Repair Manual
Year
1995–2000
Section
Repairs
Panel repairsReplacement · page 4 of 4
Diagram

A. Repair Part B. Rear Floor Cross Member C. Rear Floor

  1. Finish the welded area. Even out the welded area with a hammer and dolly, and fit the flange surfaces closely together.
  2. Apply the sealer. Apply sealer at the overlapped area of the rear floor, and the welded surfaces of the rear inner wing and rear end inner panel. Seal gaps completely.
  3. 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 anti-rust agent to the inside of the jack-up stiffener and jointed areas of the rear floor.
  2. Weld the rear panel and install the related parts. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  3. Inspect and clean.
  • Measure the rear wheel alignment.
  • Clean the inside of the luggage compartment.

Parts & tools for this job For 1995 Rover 400

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