Measure and mark the cutlines on the quarter outer panel. Cut the quarter outer panel along the cutlines.
When cutting the quarter outer panel, be careful not to cut through the mating flanges or the side sill outer reinforcement and quarter inner panel.
Drill out all spotwelds attaching the quarter outer panel.
Remove the quarter outer panel.
Clean cut portions with a disc grinder.
Prepare all surfaces to be welded.
After removing, apply the welding primer.
Measure and mark the cutlines on the new quarter outer panel. Cut the new quarter outer panel along the cutlines.
Drill 8mm holes along the new quarter outer panel flanges for MIG plug welding.
Fit and clamp the new quarter outer panel in place.
Measure each measurement point (Refer to the BODY DIMENSIONS) and correct the installation position.
Spot weld and MIG plug weld all holes, MIG butt weld the seams.
If spot welding is imposible, MIG plug weld all holes.
Apply epoxy adhesive to the weld points of new panel or body panel.
Be sure to use the recommended epoxy adhesive below.
Epoxy adhesive : 3M(PN8115), Henkel (Terokal 5055) or equivalent.
Apply body filler to the welded seam. Sand and finish.
Clean and prepare all welds, remove all residues.
Apply an anti-corrosion agent to the welded parts and the interior of the quarter panel (Refer to the CORROSION PROTECTION).
Prepare exterior surfaces for priming, using wax and grease remover.
Apply metal conditioner and water rinse.
Apply conversion coating and water rinse.
Apply the correct seam sealers to all joints.
Reprime over the seam sealer to complete the repair.
In order to improve corrosion resistance, if necessary, apply an under body anti-corrosion agent to the wheel well (Refer to the CORROSION PROTECTION).
