145 - MiTo   1.4 16v TJet   R.R. CENTRE PILLAR   7210B10   

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Removing ( Refitting )

   Op. 7210E52 R.R. REAR WING

   Op. 7210E28 R.R. ROOF PANEL

   Op. 7210B18 R.R. ROOF PANEL SUPPORTING CROSSMEMBER

- Ensure that the components connected are not distorted by checking the body alignment measurements with suitable equipment (reference rigs, templates or gauges).

- Straighten the body as necessary.


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1. Use a jigsaw following the cutting lines shown in the diagram.

- Use a rotary brush to remove the paint and gain access to the spot welds.


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1. Use the chamfering machine to remove the spot welds shown in the diagram.

2. Undo the two inner screws.

- Use a hammer and chisel to remove the previously chamfered spot welds.


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- Use a rotary brush to remove the paint and gain access to the spot welds.

1. Use the chamfering machine to remove the spot welds shown in the diagram.

- Use the drill to chamfer the spot welds that are not accessible to the chamfering machine.

- Use a hammer and chisel to remove the previously chamfered spot welds.

2. Grind the seam welds shown in the figure.

3. Remove the parts on the inner and outer piece.


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- Straighten the edges of the vehicle using a hammer and dolly block.

- Remove the spot weld residues using a disc grinder.

- Use a rotary brush to clean the previously treated areas.

1. Apply electro-weldable paint.


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Refitting ( Removing )

1. Remove the anti-corrosion treatment from the entire perimeter of the inside and outside of the inner replacement part using a rotary brush.

- Apply electro-weldable paint to the edges involved.


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1. Position the inner replacement part correctly on the vehicle and secure it using self-locking clamps.

- Check the alignment and the surrounding gaps.

2. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the diagram.


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- Correct any distortions to the panel using a mallet and dolly block.

1. Smooth the weld spots with a grinding disk.

- Use a rotary brush to clean the previously welded areas.


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1. Remove the anti-corrosion treatment from the entire perimeter of the inside and outside of the outer replacement part using a rotary brush.

2. Drill out the part at the indicated points.

- Apply electro-weldable paint to the edges involved.


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1. Position the outer part correctly on the vehicle, inserting the front edge, and fix it using self-locking clamps.

- Check the alignment and the surrounding gaps.

2. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the diagram.


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1. Use a spot welder to weld the areas shown in the diagram.

2. Use a MIG welder to fill weld the openings made previously.

3. Use the MIG welder to seam weld as shown.

4. Tighten the inner screws.


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- Correct any distortions to the panel using a mallet and dolly block.

1. Smooth the weld spots with a grinding disk.

- Use a rotary brush to clean the previously welded areas.


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1. Apply anti-oxidant protection to the areas involved in the welding.

- Seal the join lines between the intermediate replacement part and the vehicle.

    Op. 7210B18 R.R. ROOF PANEL SUPPORTING CROSSMEMBER

    Op. 7210E28 R.R. ROOF PANEL

    Op. 7210E52 R.R. REAR WING