( TL19E00R311000K5353YDAT01 )

Front Bulkhead 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

1. Before setting the bulkhead upper frame, drill the 2-point spot welds (A) at the joint between the wheelhouse upper member (B) and the wheelhouse upper inner (C) on one side.

1. Set the new bulkhead parts, and measure the front compartment diagonally.

1. Check the body dimensions.
   - Engine compartment
   - Front wheelhouse lower member position
   - Engine compartment and front floor under view
   - Repair chart, top view
   - Repair chart, side view
   - Repair chart, top view and side view

1. Tack weld the new parts into position.

1. Temporarily install the front fender, the hood, and the door, then check for differences in level and clearance. Check the external parts fitting position. If necessary, check the headlight and the front bumper positions. Make sure the body lines flow smoothly.

1. Do the main welding.
   - Weld the front side frame (A) and the bulkhead side stay (B).
   - Weld the bulkhead side stay and the bulkhead lower cross-member (C) to the subframe support bracket (D). Weld the stay plate (E) and the front side frame.
   - Weld the stay plate (E) and the front side frame.

1. Weld the side stay plate (A) and the bulkhead side stay (B). Weld the bulkhead upper center frame (C) and the upper side frame (D).

1. Weld the bulkhead upper side frame (A) to the wheelhouse upper inner (B) and the wheelhouse upper member (C).