With the cowl top side upper panel assembly removed.
REMOVAL
| Symbol Meaning | |
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Remove Weld Points |
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Cut and Join Location |
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Cut Location for Supply Parts |
| *a | 60 mm (2.36 in.) | - | - |
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Laser Screw Welding | - | - |
When replace only the outer panel, please cut off a necessary range depending on a damage range.
Carefully cut the outer panel so not to damage the reinforcement.
Make sure that butt welding does not heat-affect the reinforcement when welding the outer panel.
INSTALLATION
| Symbol Meaning | |
|---|---|
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Plug Weld |
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Butt Weld |
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Body Sealer |
Inspect the fitting of the related parts around the new parts before welding. This affects the appearance of the finish.
Temporarily install the new parts and measure each part of the new parts in accordance with the body dimension diagram. (See the body dimensions)
Before installing a new part, apply body sealer.
Tech Tips
Apply body sealer in an even, continuous bead.
| *1 | FRONT BODY PILLAR UPPER OUTER | - | - |
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Laser Screw Welding | - | - |
After welding, apply the foamed sealing material to the corresponding parts. (See the painting/coating)
After welding, apply body sealer to the corresponding parts. (See the painting/coating)
After applying the top coat, apply anti-rust agent to the internal panel portion of the closed section structural weld points.