FRONT FENDER APRON ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

A01R35M


  1. REMOVAL

    Symbol meaning
    B0055SH Remove Weld Points
    B0055T6 Remove Weld Points
    B00560S Remove Weld Points
    B00561G Cut with Disc Sander etc.
    A01R2TO
    A01R2TZ

    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.

      A01R2RGC01
      B0055YJ Adhesive - -

  2. INSTALLATION

    Symbol meaning
    B0055QO Plug Weld
    B0055US Plug Weld
    B005608 Plug Weld
    B0055SN 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. 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.

      A01R334C02
      B0055YJ Adhesive - -

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

      A01R2VRC01
      *1 FRONT FENDER APRON SUB-ASSEMBLY - -
      A01R327C01
      *a 6 mm (0.24 in.) *b 14 mm (0.55 in.)
      *c 12 mm (0.47 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.