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
Replace
- Passenger compartment side front strengthener
- The front pillar assembly
- Front foot reinforcement
Release the wiring harnesses
Protect the interior of the passenger compartment
Identification of the replacement parts
| reference | designation | thickness (mm) | nature/classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | front wing upper inner panel | 1,47 | HLE (*) |
Replacement part preparation
Mark then drill to Ø 8 mm for later plug welding
Prepare the mating edges and protect them using a weldable primer
Cutting out
Cut out the spot welds
Cut the MIG weld beads
Remove: the front wing upper inner panel
Bodywork cleaning and preparation
Prepare the mating edges and protect them using a weldable primer
Apply a filling adhesive (index "A2")
Adjustment
Position: the front wing upper inner panel
Check the fit
Welding
Weld with MAG plug welds
Weld with electric spot welds
Weld using MIG weld beads
Sealing protection
Apply a phosphate-print layer on the zone laid bare
Apply a sealing mastic (index "A4")
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