FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Cowl Top Side Upper Panel (Hatchback)






ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT







With the cowl top side panel removed.

1. REMOVAL










2. INSTALLATION







INSTALLATION POINT

1. Inspect the fitting of the related parts around the new parts before welding. This affects the appearance of the finish.
2. Temporarily install the new parts and measure each part of the new parts in accordance with the body dimension diagram. (See the body dimensions)
3. When welding *1, make a hole on a new part for plug welding and weld the panel with the panel behind completely.
4. After welding, apply body sealer to the corresponding parts. (See the painting / coating)
5. After applying the top coat, apply anti-rust agent to the internal panel portion of the closed section structural weld points.