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Preliminary Work For Body Repairs (With Straightening System)

  1. Remove 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 system.
  3. Set vehicle on straightening bench.
  4. Cover accessories adjacent to the repair area on the vehicle.
    1. 4.1. Cover all accessories remaining on the vehicle and adjacent areas with fire-proof protective covers.
  5. Reshape connection area of the sheetmetal parts to be replaced. See Information on aluminum repairs. Refer to the appropriate information on aluminum repairs
  6. Expose joint areas.
    1. 6.1. Remove underbody protection, paint, etc. from the joint areas of the body using a hot-air gun or rotary brush.
  1. Remove (inner) rear wheel housing. → Removing (Inner) Rear Wheel Housing 
  2. Remove rear boot floor plate. → Removing Rear Boot Floor Plate 
  3. Remove side member reinforcement. → Removing Side Member Reinforcement