New part preparation

Mark severance cuts on new parts in accordance with severance cuts on vehicle and cut.

Prepare REINFORCEMENT PLATES  at severance cuts.

Remove adhesive residue in areas (1).

Then FLAME-COAT  bonding surfaces of spring strut dome.

Grind bonding surfaces  on engine support blank accordingly. (Structure bonding)

Adjust new parts and reinforcement plates using alignment bracket or universal mount and secure

Fig 1: Identifying Aluminium Spring Strut Dome And Adhesive Residue Areas

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In areas (1) and (2), transfer bore holes Ø 6.8 mm for blind rivets to new part on engine support.

Fig 2: Identifying Rivet Connection Areas

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