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Drill out all spotwelds attaching the fender apron upper extension.
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.
Drill out all spotwelds attaching the fender apron upper extension.
Remove the fender apron upper extension.
Drill out and grind away all spotwelds and MIG lap welds attaching the fender apron inner front panel.
When spotwelded portions are not apparent, remove paint with a rotary wire brush.
Remove the fender apron inner front panel.
Measure and mark the cutline on the fender apron upper member. Cut the fender apron upper member along the cutline.
Measure and mark the cutline on the fender apron upper reinforcement. Cut the fender apron upper reinforcement along the cutline.
Drill out all spotwelds attaching the fender apron upper member and fender apron upper reinforcement.
Remove the fender apron upper member and fender apron upper reinforcement.
Prepare all surfaces to be welded.
After removing, apply the welding primer.
Measure and mark the cutlines on the new fender apron upper member and fender apron upper reinforcement. Cut the new fender apron upper member and fender apron upper reinforcement along the cutlines.
Drill 8mm holes along the new fender apron upper member and fender apron upper reinforcement flanges for MIG plug welding.
Fit and clamp the new fender apron upper member and fender apron upper reinforcement in place.
Measure each measurement point (Refer to the BODY DIMENSIONS) and correct the installation position.
MIG plug weld all holes and MIG butt weld the seams.
Clean and prepare all welds, and remove all residues.
After removing, apply the welding primer.
Drill 8mm holes along the new fender apron inner front panel flanges for MIG plug welding.
Fit and clamp the new fender apron inner front panel 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 seam.
Clean and prepare all welds, and remove all residues.
After removing, apply the welding primer.
Drill 8mm holes along the new fender apron upper extension flanges for MIG plug welding.
Fit and clamp the new fender apron upper extension in place.
Measure each measurement point (Refer to the BODY DIMENSIONS) and correct the installation position.
MIG plug weld all holes.
Clean and prepare all welds, and remove all residues.
Apply the epoxy primer to the interior of each panel.
Apply an anti-corrosion agent as required (Refer to the BODY CORROSION PROTECTION).
Prepare the 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 sealer to all joints carefully (Refer to the BODY SEALING LOCATION).
