Rear Sidemember (Partial) - Hyundai TIBURON Manual

BODY PANEL REPAIR PROCEDURE - Rear side member (Partial)
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REAR SIDE MEMBER (PARTIAL)
WELDLING POINTS
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HH-MIG butt welding
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REMOVAL
NOTE
Because the rear side members are designed to absorb energy
during a rear collision, care must be used when deciding to use this
repair method. This repair is recommended only for moderate
damage to the vehicle, where distortions do not extend forward of
the trunk region. If the damage is more severe, then the entire side
member assembly should be replaced at the factory seams without
employing this sectioning procedure.
The following procedure applys when only one rear side member
needs to be replaced. If both side members are damaged and
need to be replaced, then the procedure of Rear Side members
And Rear Floor Section should be followed.
Refer to the body dimension charts and measure the vehicle to
determine straightening and alignment requirements. The body
must be returned to its original dimensions before beginning
the repair procedure.
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