Inspection and Adjustment
General SpecificationsWelding (aluminum)
To repair a crack or a hole in a steel plate, welding is usually used. Either oxygen and acetylene gas welding, arc welding, or brazing is commonly used. For aluminum alloy panels, TIG or MIG welding, which use inert gases (argon gas) as a shield gas, are usually used. This is because aluminum alloy ...
Key Points in Choosing Repair Methods
Do not reduce strength when repairing panels. Avoid excessive hammering which may lead to extending the panel.
Also avoid prolonged heating.
Do not increase the strength of impact absorbing portions unnecessarily. Do not repair these parts.
Choose a method for properly aligning the body.
For example ...
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
Remove radiator air guide upper. Refer to Removal and Installation.
Remove front combination lamp. Refer to Removal and Installation.
Remove active grille shutter upper side mounting bolts. Refer to Removal and Installation.
Remove hood lock assembly. Refer to Removal and Installation.
Disen ...