Front Side Frame/Side Frame Gusset
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. Remove the outrigger gusset (A) and the outrigger (B)
from new side frame gusset (C).
Weld the rear support bracket (D) and the support
stiffener (E), shown in [DETAIL Z].
C
D
[DETAIL Z]
(2)
D
E
2. Set the side frame gusset and the front side frame.
Clamp the front bulkhead, and measure the front
compartment diagonally.
3. 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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Engine side mount position (see page 4-5)
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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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3-16
A
B
E
Front
4. Tack weld the new parts and the front bulkhead into
position.
5. Temporarily install the front subframe, and check the
front side frame and the side frame gusset positions.
6. 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.
7. Do the main welding.
Weld the side frame gusset (B) and the front floor
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frame (C).
Weld the rear support bracket (D) and floor front
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crossmember A.
[X]
Front
A
[VIEW: X]
A
(4)
B
C
(11)
( ( 11)
[Z]
(1)
D
L=73 (2.87)
Front