Upper suspension support (Freelander 2)

NOTE: The upper suspension mount is serviced as a separate weld-on panel.

NOTE: The service panel is not fully welded.

NOTE: The panel is serviceable without its weld studs.

Removal

1. When replacing the upper suspension support, the following elements are removed:

Front bumper trim
Front bumper mount
Hood
Hood Latch Panel
Both front wings
Upper panel of the wing apron
Wing apron
Instrument panel

NOTE: It is also necessary to remove the engine and suspension as a single unit.

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 fender skirt panel. For more information, refer to the chapter: Fender Skirt Panel (501-27 Front Sheet Metal Repairs, Removal and Installation).

4. Remove the instrument panel. For more information, refer to the chapter: Control panel - 2.2L Duratorq - Td4 (501-12 Instrument panel and console, Removal and installation).

5. Remove the lower trim panel inner panel.

6. Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel. For more information, refer to the chapter: Lower B-pillar trim panel (501-05 Interior Trim, Removal and Installation).

7. Remove the engine and front suspension as a single unit.

8. Right side: Remove the pedal box.

9. Right side: Remove the brake master cylinder. For more information, refer to the chapter: Brake Master Cylinder (206-06 Brake Hydraulic System, Removal and Installation).

10. Remove and set aside the carpeting and insulation material located on the interior partition.

11. Release the wiring harness and set it aside.

12. Mill out the contact welding areas.

13. Separate the connections and remove the old panel.

Installation

1. Prepare a new panel in the area shown where it is not fully welded and MIG weld it.

2. Prepare the mating surfaces of the old and new panels.

3. Drill holes in the new panel in preparation for MIG welding.

4. 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.

5. Perform electric rivet welding using MIG technology.