NOTE: The rear spar upper side extension is serviced as a separate welded panel; it is also serviced as part of the rear spar.
NOTE: The panel is serviced without its weld studs.
1. When replacing the upper side protruding section of the rear side member, the following elements are removed:
- rear bumper cover
- Rear bumper mount
- Support panel for rear light
- Lower lateral protruding section of the rear spar
2. For more information on this repair procedure, refer to the following sources: For more information, refer to the chapter: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Special Information and Approval Checks, Description and Operation) / Standard techniques used at the service station (100-00 General information, Description and principle of operation).
3. Remove the lower side protruding section of the rear side member. For more information, see chapter: Rear side member lower extension (501-30 Repairs of sheet metal elements of the back, Removal and installation).
4. Mill out the contact welding points.
5. Separate the connections and remove the old panel.
Installation
1. Prepare the mating surfaces of the old and new panels.
2. Position the new panel in the desired location and fix it. Check position alignment. If it is correct, go to the next paragraph. If not, make any necessary adjustments and recheck before continuing.
3. Weld with electric rivets using MIG technology.
4. Install the weld studs.
5. Clean up all welds.
6. Installation of the corresponding panels and mechanical elements is carried out in the reverse order of removal.
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