Fiat 500 Collision Awareness Manual page 34

34 COLLISION INFORMATION
NOTE: Refer to the structural adhesives manufacturer for information on work, handling and curing times.
7. Apply a 10 ­ 13mm. (3/8 ­ 1/2in.) bead of structural adhesive to the bare metal mating surfaces of the backer panels.
Evenly apply the adhesive over the complete bonding surface. Apply a 10 ­ 13mm. (3/8 ­ 1/2 in.) bead of structural
adhesive to bare metal mating surfaces. Use a body filler applicator to level the adhesive, making sure to cover all
bare metal to protect against corrosion.
8. Position the new backer panel(s), making sure not to separate after contact. Lifting will create air bubbles and
weaken the bond. Adjustments must be made by sliding, not lifting the panel(s).
9. Clamp tightly and evenly. Adhesive has glass beads that will prevent complete squeeze out. Install screws to the
"hard to clamp areas".
10. Remove excess adhesive from all joints prior to adhesive cure.
11. Allow adhesive to cure, per manufacturer recommendations. When fully cured, expect the adhesive to be a little
tacky, as this is a normal characteristic of the adhesive.
12. Remove clamps and screws.
13. Repeat procedure for installation of new panel.
14. Remove any remaining adhesive with a grinder or abrasive disc. All adhesive must be removed from the cosmetic
repair area to ensure proper adhesion of further repair and refinish materials.
15. Bevel the center of the screw holes and apply fiber­reinforced waterproof body filler to the screw holes and section
seam. When cured, sand and apply conventional body filler and block sand as necessary. Prime and paint per paint
manufacturer recommendations.
16. Apply inner panel corrosion inhibiting materials (Mopar Cavity Wax part #6804292970 or equivalent).
Door Skin Replacement
Overview: Depending on the type of door to be repaired, a full skin or a belt cut will be required. Belt cut replacement
is necessary when a door with a full skin, around the window opening, has an angle that makes it to difficult to get tools
into to do a quality hem flange installation. A butt­joint is used at this seam.
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