Preparing Connection Areas Of Body For Installing Side Panel Bottom Section

Fig 1: Identifying Weld Bore In Side Section

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1. 1.1. Hold a copper plate between the side section and wheel housing and plug-weld the bore in the side section using inert gas.
2. 1.2. Grind the spot weld flat.

Fig 2: Identifying Side Panel Bottom Section Body Welding And Sealing Areas

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1. 2.1. Clean the body connecting flanges of underbody protection, adhesive residue and paint in the marked areas.
2. 2.2. Grind the connecting flanges until bare on both sides.

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Do not apply zinc powder paint to the bonding areas.