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)
WarningAll of the stripped surfaces must be protected by means of the approved electrolytic rezincing process
WarningObserve the elementary rules of hygiene and safety (wear a face mask to protect against fumes and vapour - work in a well ventilated space)
Additional operations
Disconnect the battery
Removing - refitting
- Front wing
- Front wing bracket
- Front wing lower rear support
- Front bumper bracket
Release the wiring harnesses
Identification of the replacement parts
| reference | designation | thickness (mm) | nature/classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | front wheelarch assembly | - | - |
| (1a) | front wheel arch | 0,97 | ADX (*) |
| (1b) | front wheelarch strengthener | 1,76 | HLE (**) |
Replacement part preparation
Mark then cut out to the diameter 6,5 mm for a later welding with plug welds
Cutting out
Cut out the spot welds
Bodywork cleaning and preparation
Prepare the mating edges and protect them using a weldable primer
Adjustment
Fit the front wheelarch
Check the adjustment of the front wheelarch
Welding
Weld with MAG plug welds
Weld with electric spot welds
- Front structure
- Passenger compartment side strengtheners and inner panels
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
WarningPerform the operations to be carried out following reconnection of the battery