Mazda MX-5 2007 Bodyshop Manual page 51

BODY STRUCTURE [PANEL REPLACEMENT]
5. Trial-fit the new and existing parts, weld the existing parts and the reinforcement, and then butt weld the new
and existing parts.
Caution
• Press fit the reinforcement panel and the body side material, and then plug weld them.
L=10mm x 2
{0.39in}
20mm
09-80B
{0.79in}
t=1.6mm
{0.06in}
L=10mm x 2
{0.39in}
REINFORCEMENT
NEW FRONT SIDE FRAME
CUT-AND-JOIN LOCATION
L=10mm x 4
{0.39in}
70mm
{2.76in}
L=10mm x 4
{0.39in}
FRONT SIDE FRAME
D5U0980B069
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