Radiator crossmember: Fitting
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- Grind clean the surfaces to be welded on the spare part and on the body.
- Drill holes for plug-welding in the spare part.
- Apply welding primer to the surfaces that are to be spot-welded.
- Place the radiator crossmember in position and fix it with some welding clamps. Close the bonnet and adjust the position of the spare part.
- Weld on the radiator crossmember.
- Remove any remaining welding primer. Welding primer reduces adhesion of paint, filler and sealant.
- Apply primer to all bare metal surfaces.
- Seal joints and seams with sealant.