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 particular, certain precautions must be observed when removing or disconnecting the SRS control unit (RCM).
Do not allow electronic modules or busbars to come into contact with "weight" or power supply to the welding electrode.
Seat belt anchorages play an important role in the safety of passengers. When carrying out repair work on these parts, it is important to comply with all factory specifications. Please note that high-strength low-alloy steel is used for the fastening parts of the seat belts. Therefore, if possible, use the factory seat belts complete with locks and fasteners. Panel cuts should be made so as not to damage the fastening parts of the seat belts.
All welds within 250 mm of the seat belt attachment points must be carefully checked for strength, including areas between weld points.
Remove the battery before welding near it.
Be extremely careful when welding near a fuel tank or other items that contain fuel. If the filler neck or fuel line must be separated to gain access for welding, the fuel tank must be emptied and removed.
It is forbidden to carry out welding on the elements of the charged air conditioning system. The same is true if there is a risk of heating up the air conditioning system.
Connect the earth connection of the electric welding equipment directly to the element to be welded. Make sure there are no electrical insulators between the ground connection and the welding site.
Neighboring elements of the vehicle and adjacent vehicles should be protected from sparks scattered during welding and exposure to heat.
Body Repair Precautions (Freelander 2)
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