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Description of parts (exploded view)
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REMOVABLE COMPONENTS
19Front wing (42-A)
20Tailgate (48-C)
21Luggage compartment lid (48-D)
PRF4023
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Opening clearances
40Opening clearances
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16842R
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Collision fault finding
40Collision fault finding
Before carrying out repairs to the bodywork of a car, even if the damage seems slight, it is
necessary to carry out a series of tests:
VISUAL INSPECTION
This inspection involves the examination of the sub-frame of the vehicle where mechanical
components are mounted and in the crumple zones or vulnerable areas in order to detect folds
where materials have been deformed.
TRAMMEL GAUGE CHECK
The visual inspection may be completed using a trammel gauge which will allow measurement
of certain deformations by symmetrical comparisons (for more detail on each point to check, see
the repair bench paragraph below).
NOTE: to make the marking easier, the reference points located on the left of the vehicle are
marked by a capital letter (e.g.: A) and the reference points opposite these with the same
function are shown by the same letter with an additional index (e.g.: A')
AXLE GEOMETRY CHECK
It is the only check which determines whether the impact suffered by the vehicle has or has not
affected its road holding.
Important: in borderline cases, it is essential not to neglect checking the axle assembly
components which may also have been damaged.
On principle, no welded component in the body shell may be replaced without ensuring that the
subframe was not affected by the impact.
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GAUGE POINTS
Point M
Start point for checking points (A) and (B).
Point A
Sub-frame rear mounting.Point C
Front sub-frame front mounting.
It is necessary to remove the front bumper rear
protector and both horns to access this point.
Point H
Front end of front side member.
It is necessary to remove the engine undertray to
access this point.
16890R
16891R17512R
17512R1