Side member, rear, replace
When replacing the side member, the alignment bench and its units of measurement must be used.
Use a puller tool. See Aligning the rear frame member .
Pull out the bodywork to the correct dimension.
Cut or saw away the damaged sections.
Use an angle grinder or plasma torch to cut the bumper rail.
Scheme 67
Remove 50 mm more of the cover for the side member than the side member (Dimension A).
Carry out procedure Wheel housing, rear, replacing (Bifuel) or Wheel housing, rear, replacing (other engines).
Scheme 68
Spot-weld the reinforcement in the replacement part.
Scheme 69
Secure the rear side member
Use the measurement system on the alignment bench.
Weld into place.
Grind the welds.
Carry out operation Spare wheel well, replacing .
Scheme 70
Cut the cover for the rear frame member.
Outer edge M2 dimension = 40 mm.
Scheme 71
Spot-weld the cover for the rear side member.