Preliminary Work For Body Repairs

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• If it can be ensured there has been no deformation of the vehicle structure, the following repair can be carried out without the need of a straightening bench. In this case, the vehicle must not be raised when welding the component; it must stand on its wheels on an even surface. 

1. Removing accessories in the repair area.
   1. 1.1. Remove accessories in the repair area according to the extent of damage on the vehicle.
2. Set up straightening bench with straightening set.
   1. 2.1. Set up straightening bench with the straightening set according to the set-up drawings included with the straightening set.
3. Set vehicle on straightening bench.

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   • As a result of the joint which seals the side member, the vehicle must not be secured to the straightening bench with quick-acting claws  .
   1. 3.1. Position vehicle on straightening bench, align to the reference holes and firmly bolt using the straightening set.
4. Cover accessories adjacent to the repair area on the vehicle.
   1. 4.1. Cover all accessories remaining on the vehicle and the neighbouring areas with fire-proof, protective covers.
5. Reshape connection area of the sheetmetal parts to be replaced.
6. Exposing welding areas.
   1. 6.1. Remove undersealing, paint, etc. from the welding areas of the body with a hot-air gun or rotary brush.