Front Bulkhead
Installation
NOTE:
Welding symbols
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: 2-Plate spot welding
: 3-Plate spot welding
: 4-Plate spot welding
: MAG plug welding
: MAG welding
L=Welding length unit: mm (in)
( ): The number of welds
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1. Set the new parts bulkhead, and measure the front
compartment diagonally.
2. Check the body dimensions.
Front bulkhead position (see page 4-3)
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Engine compartment (see page 4-4)
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Bulkhead side member position (see page 4-6)
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Engine compartment and front floor, under view
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(see page 4-17)
Repair chart, top view (see page 4-20)
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Repair chart, side view (see page 4-22)
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3. Tack weld the new parts into position.
4. Temporarily install the front fender, the hood, and the
door, then check for differences in level and
clearance.
Check the external parts fitting positions (see page
4-15). If necessary, check the headlight and the front
bumper positions. Make sure the body lines flow
smoothly.
5. Do the main welding.
Weld the bulkhead side stay (A), the bulkhead lower
crossmember (B), and the front side frame (C).
(3)
A
(2)
(4)
B
(4)
3-4
C
[Z]
(2)
[VIEW: Z]
(2)
C
(3)
B
6. Weld the bulkhead upper center frame (A) to the
bulkhead upper frame (B) and the bulkhead side stay
(C).
B
(4)
A
A
(4)
(1)
A
(5)
C
B
(6)
C