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Preliminary Work

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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 sheet metal parts to be replaced. Refer to WM 5X00IN WELDING ALUMINUM .
  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 rear boot floor plate. Refer to 532455 REPLACING REAR BOOT FLOOR PLATE .
  2. Remove frame for light. → 536255 Replacing frame for light - section on "Removing"
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