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To remove the front side member assembly, drill out all spotwelds, MIG plug welds and grind away MIG lap weld attaching the fender apron panel assembly.
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When spotwelded portions are not apparent, remove paint with a rotary wire brush.
Before repairing, remove Engine and Suspension Components.
Refer to the body dimension charts and measure the vehicle to determine straightening and alignment requirements. The body must return to its original dimension after the repair procedure.
To remove the front side member assembly, drill out all spotwelds, MIG plug welds and grind away MIG lap weld attaching the fender apron panel assembly.
When spotwelded portions are not apparent, remove paint with a rotary wire brush.
Remove the fender apron panel assembly.
Drill out all spotwelds attaching the front side member assembly.
Remove the front side member assembly.
Prepare all surfaces to be welded.
After removing, apply the welding primer.
Drill the holes in the flange of the replacement new front side member assembly for MIG plug welding.
Fit and clamp the new front side member assembly in place.
MIG plug weld all holes.
Clean and prepare all welds, and remove all residues.
Prepare the exterior surfaces for priming using wax and grease remover.
Drill the holes in the flange of the replacement new fender apron panel assembly for MIG plug welding.
Fit and clamp the new fender apron panel assembly in place.
Measure each measurement point (Refer to the Body Dimensions) and correct the installation position.
MIG plug weld all holes and MIG lap weld the seams.
Clean and prepare all welds, and remove all residues.
Apply an anti-corrosion agent as required (Refer to the Corrosion Protection).
Prepare the exterior surfaces for priming using wax and grease remover.
Apply the correct seam sealer to all joints carefully (Refer to the Body Sealing Location).
