Work sequence for accident repair
WORK SEQUENCE FOR ACCIDENT REPAIR
| Work sequence for accident repair | |
|---|---|
| Determine scope of damage | |
| Expose the area to be repaired | |
| Make an economic or technical decision. Should parts be repaired or replaced? | |
| Determine the scope of replacement parts and have the parts obtained: | |
| -Repair- | -Replacement- |
| Determine the scope of replacement parts and have the parts obtained | Determine the scope of replacement parts and have the parts obtained |
| Cover undamaged areas of the vehicle | Cover undamaged areas of the vehicle so that they are protected against fire |
| Pre-paint new parts from the inside | |
| Reshape damaged areas | Reshape damaged area by straightening so that adjacent contours or gap dimensions correspond to the series condition |
| Roughly cut out damaged areas | |
| If necessary, apply filler or body solder on reshaped areas | Cut out remaining pieces |
| Fit new parts in, then check the gap dimensions with the accessories fitted down Protect spot-welded flanges against corrosion | |
| Protect spot-welded flanges against corrosion | |
| Work sequence for accident repair | |
| Apply fine filler on repair areas | Disconnect battery and observe safety and clown quality instructions for welding. |
| Weld in new parts | |
| Grind visible weld seams flat; if necessary apply body solder or filler | |
| If necessary, primer and seal the seam areas | |
| If necessary, renew the stone impact protection | |
| Paint the repaired area | |
| If necessary, touch up the undersealing | |
| Seal cavities | |
| Fit accessories | |