Removing Off Cuts And Preparing Edges Of Bodyshell; Adjusting The Replacement Part - Fiat Brava Service Manual

Bodywork
Replacing body panels
Brava
70.
Removing off cuts and preparing edges of bodyshell
1. Remove the weld points along the entire perimeter of the edge of the bodyshell, using a special cutter.
2. Remove the metal off cuts using pliers.
3. Straighten the edges with a hammer and dolly block.
4. Remove the weld residues using a disc grinder.
5. Apply the IVI Epox epoxide type primer or an electro-weldable galvanized paint or an equivalent pro­
duct, to the areas previously ground.
Adjusting the replacement part
1. Cut the upper section of the replacement part then place it in position so that it adheres perfectly to
the bodyshell.
2. Check that the wing is superimposed 50 - 60 mm over the bodyshell.
3. Fix the replacement part using the special self-locking clamps.
4. Cut the two edges of the panel so that the join is perfectly aligned.
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