Car Body Repairs Land Rover Freelander 2
General information about the body
The bodywork plays a significant role in the growing trend towards faster and faster model changes. Different customer groups are strongly influenced by the design and shape of the body. At the same...
The bodywork plays a significant role in the growing trend towards faster and faster model changes. Different customer groups are strongly influenced by the design and shape of the body. At the same...
High strength steel grades
Most modern cars are built using different grades of steel, which allows you to optimize the body structure (collision, safety, rigidity, reduced fuel consumption, etc.). Steels are divided into...
Most modern cars are built using different grades of steel, which allows you to optimize the body structure (collision, safety, rigidity, reduced fuel consumption, etc.). Steels are divided into...
Crash damage and diagnostics
General Notes: Accurate determination of the extent of damage enables correct repair planning. All types of body repairs must be carried out in strict accordance with the instructions in the Body...
General Notes: Accurate determination of the extent of damage enables correct repair planning. All types of body repairs must be carried out in strict accordance with the instructions in the Body...
The impact of a collision on the body
NOTE: Forces are transmitted through vehicle components such as axle shafts and trailer attachments (trailer). If the car has been hit from behind, then all connected body elements and mechanical...
NOTE: Forces are transmitted through vehicle components such as axle shafts and trailer attachments (trailer). If the car has been hit from behind, then all connected body elements and mechanical...
Body measurements and repair planning
Measurement options Comparative measurements can also be made on the outside of the body. Depending on the damage, comparative and diagonal measurements can be made using a compass, telescopic rod,...
Measurement options Comparative measurements can also be made on the outside of the body. Depending on the damage, comparative and diagonal measurements can be made using a compass, telescopic rod,...
Repair with editing
WARNING: It is not recommended to use heat pull to straighten body panels (such as spars). Longitudinal stretching is also not recommended (hot or cold). Minor side pull allowed (at right angles to...
WARNING: It is not recommended to use heat pull to straighten body panels (such as spars). Longitudinal stretching is also not recommended (hot or cold). Minor side pull allowed (at right angles to...
Cutting body parts
Depending on which elements are connected, different tools can be used to cut out / separate parts of the body. Milling of spot welds NOTE: All other items such as interior fittings, window glass,...
Depending on which elements are connected, different tools can be used to cut out / separate parts of the body. Milling of spot welds NOTE: All other items such as interior fittings, window glass,...
Carrying out body repairs
Butt joint NOTE: Separating cuts for sectional replacement should be as short as possible. Cutting can only be done along the cut lines shown in the repair diagrams. It is forbidden to make cuts near...
Butt joint NOTE: Separating cuts for sectional replacement should be as short as possible. Cutting can only be done along the cut lines shown in the repair diagrams. It is forbidden to make cuts near...
Body straightening
Basic principles of panel straightening Before replacing any sections or completely replacing body panels, always check carefully to see if the damaged panel can be straightened out. Straightening is...
Basic principles of panel straightening Before replacing any sections or completely replacing body panels, always check carefully to see if the damaged panel can be straightened out. Straightening is...
Heat treatment of panels
It is usually inevitable that, as a result of mechanical deformation, some parts of the body panels show the presence of excess material. If there are any areas of excess material, this causes...
It is usually inevitable that, as a result of mechanical deformation, some parts of the body panels show the presence of excess material. If there are any areas of excess material, this causes...
Body Repair Precautions
Vehicle-mounted electronic control units make it necessary to take precautions when performing welding repairs. Intense heat and vibration during welding can damage the electronic components. In...
Vehicle-mounted electronic control units make it necessary to take precautions when performing welding repairs. Intense heat and vibration during welding can damage the electronic components. In...
Contact spot welding
Where spot welding has been used in the manufacture of the bodywork, when replacing parts, spot welding should also be carried out if possible. In these new welding joints, the welding points should...
Where spot welding has been used in the manufacture of the bodywork, when replacing parts, spot welding should also be carried out if possible. In these new welding joints, the welding points should...
Arc welding with a consumable electrode in a gas environment
Equipment setup and selection of welding parameters: Any joints made during the manufacture of the vehicle using MIG / MAG technology must be connected by welding using the same technology during the...
Equipment setup and selection of welding parameters: Any joints made during the manufacture of the vehicle using MIG / MAG technology must be connected by welding using the same technology during the...
Adhesive glazing
The windshield, side windows, and tailgate glass are glued directly to the body window frames and tailgate. Window panes are fixed in this way primarily due to the strength of the adhesive bond....
The windshield, side windows, and tailgate glass are glued directly to the body window frames and tailgate. Window panes are fixed in this way primarily due to the strength of the adhesive bond....
Removal and installation of windows with glued glass
Precautionary measures To prevent injury, the following safety precautions should always be followed: Use protective gloves and sleeves. Use safety goggles. Preparation Before cutting a window with...
Precautionary measures To prevent injury, the following safety precautions should always be followed: Use protective gloves and sleeves. Use safety goggles. Preparation Before cutting a window with...
Equipment and safety at work
When carrying out repairs, the safety and regulatory requirements must be observed. Compliance with all labor protection and safety regulations is mandatory. Welding Precautions To prevent the risk...
When carrying out repairs, the safety and regulatory requirements must be observed. Compliance with all labor protection and safety regulations is mandatory. Welding Precautions To prevent the risk...
Body protection against corrosion
Care must be taken to preserve the corrosion protection material applied during the manufacture of vehicles and / or restore the protective layer during and after body repairs. Only after that it is...
Care must be taken to preserve the corrosion protection material applied during the manufacture of vehicles and / or restore the protective layer during and after body repairs. Only after that it is...
Anti-corrosion protection of new elements
All new items should be inspected for shipping damage such as scratches or dents. Depending on the extent of damage, the following may be needed: Intact new elements Do not scrape the cathodic...
All new items should be inspected for shipping damage such as scratches or dents. Depending on the extent of damage, the following may be needed: Intact new elements Do not scrape the cathodic...
Protection of welding elements
Remove the cathode primer from the inside and outside of the welded area using a roughing disc. The sanded area should be as small as possible to retain as much of the cathodic primer coating as...
Remove the cathode primer from the inside and outside of the welded area using a roughing disc. The sanded area should be as small as possible to retain as much of the cathodic primer coating as...
Partial replacement of body elements
The procedure for partial replacement is the same as in the section "Welded elements". The main difference between a partial replacement of elements and a complete replacement is the preparation of...
The procedure for partial replacement is the same as in the section "Welded elements". The main difference between a partial replacement of elements and a complete replacement is the preparation of...
Body sealing materials
Pos. spare part no Name 1 - Between panels - bolted connection 2 - Between the edges of the panels - bolted connection 3 - Between panels - spot welding connection 4 - Between the edges of the panels...
Pos. spare part no Name 1 - Between panels - bolted connection 2 - Between the edges of the panels - bolted connection 3 - Between panels - spot welding connection 4 - Between the edges of the panels...
Approved Repair Materials
Description - Application Provider Product number Sealing - - Polyurethane sealant for seams, extruded from a bottle - gray - this is a non-weldable product 3M 08684 Polyurethane seam sealer extruded...
Description - Application Provider Product number Sealing - - Polyurethane sealant for seams, extruded from a bottle - gray - this is a non-weldable product 3M 08684 Polyurethane seam sealer extruded...
Underbody sealant
The bottom surface and the front part of the spare wheel well are treated with Plastisol PVC underbody sealant. This material is not suitable for reprocessing. During repair operations, remove the...
The bottom surface and the front part of the spare wheel well are treated with Plastisol PVC underbody sealant. This material is not suitable for reprocessing. During repair operations, remove the...
Body Handling Precautions
Be careful when carrying out repair work in the workshop. Underbody sealants, seam sealants, underbody mastic and body panels can be damaged if the vehicle is carelessly raised on a lift....
Be careful when carrying out repair work in the workshop. Underbody sealants, seam sealants, underbody mastic and body panels can be damaged if the vehicle is carelessly raised on a lift....
Acoustic insulation with foam material
Expandable foaming sound deadening seals are used in various body cavities to improve vehicle performance. This seal is applied during the manufacturing process of the car and expands during the...
Expandable foaming sound deadening seals are used in various body cavities to improve vehicle performance. This seal is applied during the manufacturing process of the car and expands during the...
Sealant for welds
At the factory assembly of the body, a heat-curing PVC-based sealing coating is applied to some of the panel joints. This material is not intended for use in body repair and must be replaced with an...
At the factory assembly of the body, a heat-curing PVC-based sealing coating is applied to some of the panel joints. This material is not intended for use in body repair and must be replaced with an...
Mastic for filling cavities
After repairs, be sure to treat areas to be repaired with an approved cavity mastic. In addition, cavities that have been damaged during repair should also be treated, regardless of whether they were...
After repairs, be sure to treat areas to be repaired with an approved cavity mastic. In addition, cavities that have been damaged during repair should also be treated, regardless of whether they were...
Front body dimensions
NOTE: All dimensions are in millimeters (mm). NOTE: Hole sizes are shown from/to the center of the hole in all cases. Dimensions are determined by body panel dimensions, not bolt heads or protruding...
NOTE: All dimensions are in millimeters (mm). NOTE: Hole sizes are shown from/to the center of the hole in all cases. Dimensions are determined by body panel dimensions, not bolt heads or protruding...
Sidebar dimensions
Detail From Before Size A Upper front door hinge, fixing hole Rear door top hinge, fixing hole 1034,9 B Upper front door hinge, fixing hole Rear door lower hinge, upper fixing hole 1061,44 C Front...
Detail From Before Size A Upper front door hinge, fixing hole Rear door top hinge, fixing hole 1034,9 B Upper front door hinge, fixing hole Rear door lower hinge, upper fixing hole 1061,44 C Front...
Rear dimensions
Detail From Before Size A Fixing hole for the socket of the right pneumatic strut Mounting hole for left air strut socket 1086,6 B Mounting hole for right rear light Mounting hole for left rear light...
Detail From Before Size A Fixing hole for the socket of the right pneumatic strut Mounting hole for left air strut socket 1086,6 B Mounting hole for right rear light Mounting hole for left rear light...
Dimensions of the lower part of the body
Detail From Before Size A Front Subframe - Right Front Locating Hole Front Subframe - Left Front Locating Hole 1096 B Front subframe - right rear mounting hole Front subframe - left rear mounting...
Detail From Before Size A Front Subframe - Right Front Locating Hole Front Subframe - Left Front Locating Hole 1096 B Front subframe - right rear mounting hole Front subframe - left rear mounting...
Gap and profile dimensions
The information below is intended as a guide for technicians to install exterior panels and body trims. Its purpose is to ensure the correct docking of the elements and an acceptable appearance of...
The information below is intended as a guide for technicians to install exterior panels and body trims. Its purpose is to ensure the correct docking of the elements and an acceptable appearance of...
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