WarningDepending on the operation to be carried out, observe the instructions for chocking up the vehicle
WarningDeactivate the pneumatic suspension before lifting the vehicle (2 or 4 post lift, workshop jack or customer's jack)
WarningObserve the elementary rules of hygiene and safety (wear a face mask to protect against fumes and vapour - work in a well ventilated space)
WarningAll of the stripped surfaces must be protected by means of the approved electrolytic rezincing process
Additional operations
Disconnect the battery
Remove - refit
- The front wheel
- The front splash shield
- The engine subframe
Release the wiring harnesses
Protect the interior of the passenger compartment
Identification of the replacement parts
| reference | designation | thickness (mm) | nature/classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | support (engine subframe) | 2,44 | ADX (*) |
Replacement part preparation
Drill the component using a Ø 10 mm drill bit (for later plug welding)
Preparation of the mating edges and protection with a weldable primer
Cutting out
Cut out the spot welds; using a mill of Ø 8 mm
Remove: the bracket (engine subframe)
Bodywork cleaning and preparation
Prepare the mating edges and protect them using a weldable primer
Adjustment
Position: the bracket (engine subframe)
Check: the position of the engine subframe mounting
Welding
(take capture 03 ae)
Weld with MAG plug welds
Grind the MAG plug welds
Sealing protection
Apply a phosphate-print layer on the zone laid bare
Apply a sealing mastic of type "A1"
Paint then spray into the hollow sections, product index C5, in the repair zone
Reinitialisation
Carry out the additional operations
Reconnect the battery
WarningPerform the operations to be carried out following reconnection of the battery