NOTE: The lower fender apron panel must be removed from the fender apron service panel; it is not supplied separately.
NOTE: The panel is serviceable without its weld studs.
1. When replacing the lower panel of the wing apron, the following elements are removed:
- Front bumper trim
- Hood Latch Panel
- Both front wings
2. For additional information on this repair procedure, refer to the following sources: For additional information, refer to: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks, Description and Operation) / Standard Service Station Techniques (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
3. Remove the hood latch panel. For more information, refer to the chapter: Hood Latch Panel (501-27, Removal and Installation).
4. Use a belt sander to sand down the spot welds in the area shown.
5. Mill out the remaining spot welds.
6. Separate the connections and remove the old panel.
Installation
1. Prepare the mating surfaces of the old and new panels.
2. Drill holes in the new panel in preparation for MIG welding.
3. Position the new panel in the desired location and secure it in place. Check the alignment. If it is correct, proceed to the next step. If not, make the necessary adjustments and recheck before continuing.
4. Perform electric rivet welding using MIG technology.
5. Perform spot welding.
6. Install the weld stud.
7. Clean all welds.
8. Installation of the corresponding panels and mechanical elements is carried out in the reverse order of removal.
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