FRONT FENDER APRON ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

Info Added 2016-03-29

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  1. REMOVAL

    Symbol Meaning
    A01Q0FO Remove Weld Points
    A01Q0EY Remove Weld Points
    A01Q0HQ Remove Weld Points
    A01Q0JR Cut with Disc Sander etc.
    A01Q0KU

    1. Roughly cut open the panel so that the adhesive can be reached. Cut through the adhesive with a cut chisel to remove the panel.

      Tech Tips

      In cases where the adhesive cannot be removed with a cut chisel, heat the adhesive with an industrial heater gun or gas burner taking care not to cause panel deformation by overheating.

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      A01XPT4 Adhesive - -

  2. INSTALLATION

    Symbol Meaning
    A01Q0J0 Plug Weld
    A01Q0D7 Plug Weld
    A01Q0E4 Plug Weld
    A01Q0DB Fillet Weld

    1. Inspect the fitting of the related parts around the new parts before welding. This affects the appearance of the finish.

    2. Temporarily install the new parts and measure each part of the new parts in accordance with the body dimension diagram. (See the body dimensions)

    3. Make sure to attach correctly in accordance with the body dimension diagram as this part affects the front wheel alignment.

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      *1 FRONT FENDER APRON SUB-ASSEMBLY - -

    4. Apply adhesive (3MTMAutomixTMPanel Bonding Adhesive #8115).

      Tech Tips


      • Apply a light coat of adhesive around the plug welding points.

      • Apply enough adhesive to the panels.

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      A01XPT4 Adhesive - -
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      *a 8 mm (0.31 in.) - -

    5. After welding, apply body sealer and undercoating to the corresponding parts. (See the painting/coating)

    6. After applying the top coat, apply anti-rust agent to the internal panel portion of the closed section structural weld points.