Mazda MX-5 2007 Bodyshop Manual page 113

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}
40mm
{1.57in}
09-80B
t=1.2mm
{0.05in}
L=10mm x 2
{0.39in}
NEW REAR SIDE FRAME
REINFORCEMENT
30mm
{1.18in}
L=10mm x 4
{0.39in}
REAR SIDE FRAME
CUT-AND-JOIN LOCATION
L=10mm x 4
{0.39in}
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