New part preparation

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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).

IMPORTANT: Do not damage aluminum spring strut dome (2)!

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 Aluminum 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 Holes Drill Areas

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