Fiat Brava Service Manual page 561

Bravo Bodywork
Replacing body panels
70.
REPLACING REAR LIGHT
CLUSTER HOUSING (7090G 86)'
(*) This number indicates the operation
code given in the Flat rate manual.
The component for which the replace­
ment procedure is given is highlighed in
the diagram at the side.
PRELIMINARY PROCEDURES
P4A100M03
Establish the extent of the damage, check if there are distortions to the connected components by
checking the bodyshell alignment figures.
Carry out any straightening operations required to the bodyshell using suitable methods (jigs, templates
or gauges), before cutting the component. After this operation check that the components not being re­
placed are in tact.
PRECAUTIONS/WARNINGS AND PRELIMINARY DISMANTLING
Protect the parts which could be damaged using cloths.
Remove the fuel tank, disconnect the battery and all the electrical and electronic components because
the currents produced during the welding operations could cause serious damage.
REMOVING AND REFITTING OPERATING CYCLE
The replacement of the body panels can be "total or "partial"; this second solution is preferable when it
prevents damage of another panel which is assembled by welding, cut the light cluster housing using a
power saw following the dotted lines shown in the diagram below.
The sections of the body panels at the cutting points are given to allow the operator to adjust the posi­
tion and the depth of the cutting.
P4A100M04
P ^ H When carrying out the operations described, adhere strictly to the safety procedures. Protective
^ 0 ^ shoes, ear-muffs and gloves should be worn during the cutting operations, masks and gloves
during the welding and painting operations.
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