Rear Panel Installation
NOTE:
Welding symbols
: 2-Plate spot welding
: 3-Plate spot welding
: 4-Plate spot welding
: MIG plug welding
: MIG welding
L= Welding length Unit: mm (in.)
( ): The number of welds
Set the rear panel gusset, and clamp the rear panel.
Check the body dimensions.
Front floor and rear floor, under view
Windshield/door and rear window/trunk lid opening
Repair chart, top view
Repair chart, side view
Tack weld the rear panel into position.
Temporarily install the trunk lid, then check for differences in level and clearance.
Check the external parts fitting position.
If necessary, check the taillight and the rear bumper positions. Make sure the body lines flow smoothly.
Do the main welding. Plug weld the rear panel gusset (A), and weld the rear panel (B) to the rear inner pillar (C) and the rear floor side panel (D).
Weld the rear panel (A) to the rear gutter (B), the outer panel (C), and the spare tyre pan (D).