Dismantling
1. Disconnect "negative" battery terminal.
2. Disconnect the generator.
3. Remove the heat shield from the spare wheel well.
Repair work
1. Remove damaged panels, prepare joint edges and install new panels in accordance with the Body Panel Repair Code. Punch or drill holes in the panel to be installed for the cork weld as shown.
The spar must be cut behind the point indicated by arrow A. Cutting the spar in front of this point will weaken the body shell.
Assembly
1. Reinstall the heat shield for the spare wheel well.
2. Connect the generator.
3. Attach "negative" battery terminal.
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