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Installing Inner Side Member

  1. Install inner side member and check that it fits perfectly. Check gap dimensions. → 5X00IN DIAGRAM - BODY GAP DIMENSIONS

    Information 

    • Before final assembly, make sure you fully understand all the work steps involved and carry out a trial assembly without applying adhesive. 
    • The bonding process can only be carried out reliably when a smooth and swift sequence of operations is guaranteed. 
    • Do not begin bonding work until all materials and tools necessary for later repair work are available. 
    1. 1.1. Apply adhesive to the marked areas. → 5X00IN21 WORKING WITH BODY STRUCTURAL ADHESIVE→ Application depth: 3.0 mm 
      Fig 1: Identifying Adhesive Applying Areas
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  2. Resistance spot-weld the inner side member.
    Fig 2: Installing Inner Side Member
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    Fig 3: Installing Inner Side Member
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  3. Plug-weld area -A-  using inert gas.
    Fig 4: Installing Inner Side Member
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