This Body Repair Manual contains information and instructions for repairing the body structure

of the 2000 NISSAN MAXIMA (A33) model. In order to achieve reliable repair work and
ensure customer satisfaction, the technician should study this manual and become familiar
with appropriate sections before starting repair and rebuilding work.

This Body Repair Manual is prepared for technicians who have attained a high level of skill
and experience in repairing collision-damaged vehicles and also use modern service tools
and equipment. Persons unfamiliar with body repair techniques should not attempt to repair
collision-damaged vehicles by using this manual.

Technicians are also encouraged to read Body Repair Manual (Fundamentals) and
the 2000 NISSAN MAXIMA (A33) Service Manual in order to ensure that the original
functions and quality of the vehicle can be maintained. The Body Repair Manual
(Fundamentals) contains additional information, including cautions and warnings, that
are not included in this manual. Technicians should refer to both manuals to ensure
proper repairs.

Please note that these manuals are prepared for worldwide usage, and as such, certain
procedures might not apply in some regions or countries. In the U.S.A. it is recommended
that a MIG welder be used by a trained technician.

All information in this manual is based on the latest product information at the time of
publication. The right is reserved to make changes in specifications and methods at any time
without notice.

1999 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

All rights reserved. No part of this Body Repair Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval
system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or
otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan North America, Inc., Gardena, California.
Edition: April 1999
Revision: April 1999 (01)
Publication Number: BR0E-1A33U0

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FOREWORD ................................................................................................................................ 1
CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................. 2
GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................................................................... 3
Identification Number .............................................................................................................................. 3
Identification Plate .................................................................................................................................. 4
Body Exterior Paint Color ....................................................................................................................... 5
BODY COMPONENT PARTS ....................................................................................................... 6
Underbody Component Parts ................................................................................................................. 6
Body Component Parts .......................................................................................................................... 7
CORROSION PROTECTION ....................................................................................................... 8
Description ............................................................................................................................................. 8
Anti-Corrosive Wax ................................................................................................................................. 9
Undercoating ........................................................................................................................................ 10
Stone Guard Coat ................................................................................................................................ 11
BODY SEALING ......................................................................................................................... 12
Description ........................................................................................................................................... 12
BODY CONSTRUCTION ............................................................................................................ 15
Body Construction ................................................................................................................................ 15
BODY ALIGNMENT .................................................................................................................... 16
Body Center Marks .............................................................................................................................. 16
Panel Parts Matching Marks ................................................................................................................. 17
Description ........................................................................................................................................... 18
Engine Compartment ........................................................................................................................... 19
Underbody ............................................................................................................................................ 20
Passenger Compartment...................................................................................................................... 22
Rear Body ............................................................................................................................................ 24
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR PLASTICS ........................................................................... 25
Handling Precautions for Plastics ......................................................................................................... 25
Location of Plastic Parts ....................................................................................................................... 26
PRECAUTIONS IN REPAIRING HIGH STRENGTH STEEL ...................................................... 28
Precautions in Repairing High Strength Steel ....................................................................................... 28
REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS ................................................................................................. 31
Description ........................................................................................................................................... 31
Radiator Core Support ......................................................................................................................... 32
Radiator Core Support (Partial Replacement) ...................................................................................... 33
Hoodledge ............................................................................................................................................ 34
Hoodledge (Partial Replacement) ......................................................................................................... 35
Front Side Member ............................................................................................................................... 36
Front Side Member (Partial Replacement) ............................................................................................ 37
Front Pillar ............................................................................................................................................ 38
Center Pillar .......................................................................................................................................... 39
Rear Fender ......................................................................................................................................... 40
Rear Floor Rear .................................................................................................................................... 41
Rear Side Member Extension ............................................................................................................... 42
REPLACEMENT NOTES ............................................................................................................ 43
Front Pillar ............................................................................................................................................ 43
COMMENT FORM ...................................................................................................................... 44

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 GENERAL INFORMATION

Identification Number

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ARRANGEMENT

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 GENERAL INFORMATION

Identification Plate

1.Type
2.Vehicle indentification number (Chassis number)
3.Model
4.Body color code
5.Trim color code
6.Engine model
7.Engine displacement
8.Transmission model
9.Axle model

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 GENERAL INFORMATION

Body Exterior Paint Color

Color code BBV3 BCP2 BDR2 BEV0 BKH3 BKT3 BKV3 BQT1

Light Greenish
Description Brown Green Beige Black Silver White
Component blue gray

Paint type TM 2P 2P M 2S M M 3P
Hard clear coat - X X - X - X -

1 Bumper fascia Body color BBV3 BCP2 BDR2 BEV0 BKH3 BKT3 BKV3 BQT1

2 Radiator grill Chromium-plate Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr

Body Body color BBV3 BCP2 BDR2 BEV0 BKH3 BKT3 BKV3 BQT1
3 Outside mirror
Base Black AG01 AG01 AG01 AG01 AG01 AG01 AG01 AG01

Side guard
4 Body color BBV3 BCP2 BDR2 BEV0 BKH3 BKT3 BKV3 BQT1
molding

Center Black tape - - - - - - - -

5 Door sash
Rear Black AG01 AG01 AG01 AG01 AG01 AG01 AG01 AG01

Outside handle
6 Body color BBV3 BCP2 BDR2 BEV0 BKH3 BKT3 BKV3 BQT1
escutcheon

7 Outside handle Body color BBV3 BCP2 BDR2 BEV0 BKH3 BKT3 BKV3 BQT1

Rear air
8 Body color BBV3 BCP2 BDR2 BEV0 BKH3 BKT3 BKV3 BQT1
spoiler

Trunk lid
9 Gray metallic AG05 AG05 AG05 AG05 AG05 AG05 AG05 AG05
finisher

S: Solid, 2S: Solid+Clear, M: Metallic, 2P: 2 Coat pearl, 3P: 3 Coat pearl, FPM: Iron oxide pearl metallic,
TM: Micro titanium metallic

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 : Indicates two-side anti-corrosive precoated steel portions
: Indicates high strength steel (HSS) portions
: Indicates two-side anti-corrosive steel and HSS portions

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BODY COMPONENT PARTS

28 Rear seat belt anchor reinforcement

Underbody Component Parts

29 Rear floor side (RH & LH)

30 Spare wheel clamp bracket
14 Center cowl top 31 Muffler mounting bracket
1 Radiator core support assembly 15 Upper dash 32 Front side member assembly (RH & LH)
2 Upper radiator core support 16 Side cowl top 33 Front side member closing plate assembly (RH & LH)
3 Side radiator core support 17 Side cowl top brace 34 Front side member front closing plate (RH & LH)
4 Lower radiator core support 18 Lower dash assembly 35 Front side member (RH & LH)
5 Hood lock stay 19 Front floor 36 Battery support bracket (LH only)
6 Hoodledge assembly (RH & LH) 20 2nd crossmember assembly 37 Front side member center extension (RH & LH)
7 Upper hoodledge (RH & LH) 21 Parking brake and seat belt reinforcement 38 Front side member rear extension (RH & LH)
8 Lower front hoodlege (RH & LH) 22 Exhaust mounting bracket 39 Rear side member assembly (RH & LH)
9 Battery mounting reinforcement (LH only) 23 Inner sill (RH & LH) 40 Rear side member extension (RH & LH)
10 Engine mounting reinforcement (RH only) 24 Bolt 41 Rear seat crossmember
11 Hoodledge reinforcement assembly (RH & LH) 25 Outer front seat mounting bracket (RH & LH) 42 Center rear crossmember assembly
12 Front hoodlege reinforcement (RH & LH) 26 Rear floor front 43 Rear towing hook bracket assembly (LH only)
13 Air box assembly 27 Rear floor rear 44 Rear tie-down hook (RH only)
 : Indicates two-side anti-corrosive precoated steel portions
: Indicates high strength steel (HSS) portions
: Indicates two-side anti-corrosive steel and HSS portions

1 Hood
2 Front fender (RH & LH)
3 Front fender bracket (RH & LH)
4 Body side assembly (RH &LH)
5 Outer body side (RH & LH)
6 Upper inner front pillar (RH & LH)
7 Inner center pillar (RH & LH)
8 Lower inner front pillar (RH & LH)
9 Lower front pillar reinforcement (RH &LH)
10 Side parcel shelf (RH & LH)
11 Inner rear pillar (RH & LH)
12 Lower inner rear pillar (RH & LH) For sunroof
13 Seat back support (RH & LH)

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BODY COMPONENT PARTS

Body Component Parts

35 Trunk lid
14 Inner rear wheelhouse (RH & LH) 21 Roof bow No.1 28 Fuel filler lid 36 Front door assembly (RH & LH)
15 Outer rear wheelhouse (RH & LH) 22 Roof bow No.2 29 Rear combination lamp base (RH & LH) 37 Outer front door panel (RH & LH)
16 Outer rear wheelhouse extension (RH & LH) 23 Roof bow No.3 30 Jack bracket reinforcement (LH only) 38 Rear door assembly (RH & LH)
17 Roof 24 Rear fender (RH & LH) 31 Parcel shelf with rear waist 39 Outer rear door panel (RH & LH)
18 Roof assembly (with sunroof) 25 Rear fender drip (RH & LH) 32 Parcel shelf trim bracket 40 Patch rear fender (RH & LH)
19 Front roof rail 26 Striker retainer (RH & LH) 33 Upper rear panel assembly 41 Front bumper armature
20 Rear roof rail 27 Filler lid base 34 Upper rear panel stiffener 42 Rear bumper armature
 CORROSION PROTECTION

Description

To provide improved corrosion prevention, the following anti-corrosive measures have been implemented in our production
plants. When repairing or replacing body panels, it is necessary to use these same anti-corrosive measures.

ANTI-CORROSIVE PRECOATED STEEL

(DURASTEEL)
To improve repairability and corrosion resistance, a new type
of anti-corrosive precoated steel sheet has been adopted
replacing conventional zinc-coated steel sheet.
Durasteel is electroplated, zinc-nickel alloy under organic film,
which provides excellent corrosion resistance.

Durasteel is classified as either one-side precoated steel or

two-side precoated steel. The two side precoated steel provides
excellent corrosion resistance.

Nissan Genuine Service Parts are fabricated from durasteel sheets. Therefore, it is recommended that GENUINE
NISSAN PARTS or equivalent be used for panel replacement to maintain the anti-corrosive performance built into
the vehicle at the factory.

PHOSPHATE COATING TREATMENT AND

CATIONIC ELECTRODEPOSITION PRIMER
A phosphate coating treatment and a cationic electrodeposition primer, which provide an excellent corrosion protection,
are employed on all body components.
Caution:
Confine paint removal during welding operations to an absolute minimum.

Nissan Genuine Service Parts are also treated in the same manner. Therefore, it is recommended that GENUINE
NISSAN PARTS or equivalent be used for panel replacement to maintain anti-corrosive performance built into the
vehicle at the factory.

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 CORROSION PROTECTION

Anti-Corrosive Wax

To improve corrosion resistance, anti-corrosive wax is applied inside the body sill and inside other closed sections. Accordingly,
when replacing these parts, be sure to apply anti-corrosive wax to the appropriate areas of the new parts. Select an
excellent anti-corrosive wax which will penetrate after application and has a long shelf life.

:Indicates anti-corrosive wax coated portions.

Section A-A Section B-B Section C-C

Section D-D

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 CORROSION PROTECTION

Undercoating

The underside of the floor and wheelhouse are undercoated to prevent rust, vibration, noise and stone chipping. Therefore,
when such a panel is replaced or repaired, apply undercoating to that part. Use an undercoating which is rust preventive,
soundproof, vibration-proof, shock-resistant, adhesive, and durable.
Precautions in undercoating
1. Do not apply undercoating to any place unless specified (such as the areas above the muffler and three way catalyst
which are subjected to heat).
2. Do not undercoat the exhaust pipe or other parts which become hot.
3. Do not undercoat rotating parts.
4. Apply bitumen wax after applying undercoating.

: Indicates undercoated portions.

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 CORROSION PROTECTION

Stone Guard Coat

To prevent damage caused by stones, the lower outer body panel (fender, door, etc.) have an additional layer of Stone
Guard Coating over the ED primer coating. When replacing or repairing these panels, apply Stone Guard coating to the
same portions as before. Use a coating which is rust preventive, durable, shock-resistant and has a long shelf life.

: Indicates stone guard coated portions.

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 BODY SEALING

Description

The following figure shows the areas which are sealed at the factory. Sealant which has been applied to these areas should
be smooth and free from cuts or gaps.
Care should be taken not to apply an excess amount of sealant and not to allow other unaffected parts to come into contact
with the sealant.

View A View B

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 BODY SEALING

View C View D

View E View F

View G View H

View I View J

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 BODY SEALING

View K View L

View M View N

View O View P

ViewQ ViewR

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 BODY CONSTRUCTION

Body Construction

Section A-A Section B-B Section C-C Section D-D

Section E-E Section F-F Section G-G Section H-H

Section I-I Section J-J Section K-K Section L-L

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 BODY ALIGNMENT

Body Center Marks

A mark has been placed on each part of the body to indicate the vehicle center. When repairing parts damaged by an
accident which might affect the vehicle frame (members, pillars, etc.), more accurate and effective repair will be possible by
using these marks together with body alignment specifications.

Portion A Portion B Portion C

Portion D Portion E Portion F

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 BODY ALIGNMENT

Panel Parts Matching Marks

A mark has been placed on each body panel to indicate the parts matching positions. When repairing parts damaged by an
accident which might affect the vehicle structure (members, pillars, etc.), more accurate and effective repair will be possible
by using these marks together with body alignment specifications.

View A View B View C

View D View E

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 BODY ALIGNMENT

Description

All dimensions indicated in the figures are actual.

When using a tracking gauge, adjust both pointers to equal length. Then check the pointers and gauge itself to make
sure there is no free play.
When a measuring tape is used, check to be sure there is no elongation, twisting or bending.
Measurements should be taken at the center of the mounting holes.
An asterisk (*) following the value at the measuring point indicates that the measuring point on the other side is
symmetrically the same value.
The coordinates of the measurement points are the distances measured from the standard line of “X”, “Y” and “Z”.

Engine Compartment
MEASUREMENT
Unit: mm

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 BODY ALIGNMENT

Engine Compartment (Cont’d)

MEASUREMENT POINTS
Unit: mm

: Cowl top center : Cowl top side

: Strut tower
: Hoodledge

: Radiator core support upper center : Radiator core support upper side
, : Hood lock , : Radiator core support side
: Front side member

: Hood lock stay , : Front side member LH side

, : Radiator core support lower

, : Front side member RH side

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 : Bolt head Figures marked with a * indicate symmetrically identical
All dimensions indicated in this dimensions on both right and left hand sides of the vehicle.
figure are actual. As viewed from underside.

MEASUREMENT

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Underbody
BODY ALIGNMENT

Unit: mm
 BODY ALIGNMENT

Underbody (Cont’d)

MEASUREMENT POINTS
Unit: mm
As viewed from underside.
Coordinates:
, ,
X:330 X:555
Y:-710 Y:2,235
Z:188.8 Z:239.5
,
X:513 X:300
Y:-540 Y:2,700
Z:322 Z:381.7
,
X:450 X:-300
Y:68 Y:2,700
Z:226.5 Z:407.7
,
X:441 X:512
Y:354 Y:3,050
Z:111.5 Z:326.6
,
X:600 X:-544
Y:430 Y:3,032
Z:154.9 Z:328.2
,
X:398 X:546
Y:700 Y:3,504
Z:109 Z:295.4
,
X:414 X:-570.5
Y:1,210 Y:3,500
Z:108.4 Z:326.6
,
X:412.5 X:0
Y:1,625 Y:-700.5
Z:104 Z:188.8
,
X:518.2
Y:2,155
Z:184.5

Front and rear strut tower centers

Coordinates:
,
X:548.8
Y:28.7
Z:779.3

,
X:490.1
Y:2,671 Front: , 87 dia
Z:538.5 Rear: , 61.4 dia

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 BODY ALIGNMENT

Passenger Compartment

Unit: mm
MEASUREMENT

Point Dimension Point Dimension Point Dimension

~ 1,272 ~ 819* ~ 1,527*
~ 1,418 ~ 1,197* ~ 1,560*
~ 1,449 ~ 931* ~ 1,389*
~ 1,272 ~ 830* ~ 1,518*
~ 1,473 ~ 1,059* ~ 1,619*
~ 1,459 ~ 897* ~ 1,638*
~ 1,280 ~ 839* ~ 1,128*
~ 1,473 ~ 1,063* ~ 1,127*
~ 1,452 ~ 901* ~ 1,173*
~ 1,205 ~ 727* ~ 1,086*
~ 1,479 ~ 1,616* ~ 1,660*
~ 1,448 ~ 1,407* ~ 736*
Figures marked with a * indicate symmetrically identical
~ 1,027* ~ 1,877*
dimensions on both right and left hand sides of the vehicle.
~ 980* ~ 1,699*

: Cowl top center (5 dia) : Front roof flange end of center , : Upper dash joggle
positioning mark
, : Outer front pillar joggle

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 BODY ALIGNMENT

Passenger Compartment (Cont’d)

MEASUREMENT
Unit: mm

, , , , , : Outer front pillar indention , , , , , , , : Rear fender indention rear

, , , , , : Outer center pillar , : Door switch installing hole center
, , , : Door hinge installing nut center indention (20 dia)
, , , : Door hinge installing nut center , : Outer sill joggle

, : Transmission control reinforcement , : Rear suspension installing hole

hole center
center (11 12)
: Fuel tank cover installing hole center
of center positioning mark

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 BODY ALIGNMENT

Rear Body

Unit: mm
MEASUREMENT

Figures marked with a * indicate symmetrically identical

dimensions on both right and left hand sides of the vehicle.

: Rear roof flange end of center , : Rear fender joggle : Rear waist flange end of center
positioning mark positioning mark
, : Rear fender joggle

, : Rear fender joggle , : Rear panel upper reinforcement hole , : Rear suspension installing hole
, : Rear combination lamp base joggle center center (11 12)

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 HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR PLASTICS

Handling Precautions for Plastics

Heat resisting
Resistance to gasoline and
Abbreviation Material name temperature Other cautions
solvents
C( F)
o o

Gasoline and most solvents are

Poison gas is emitted when
PVC Polyvinyl chloride 80(176) harmless if applied for a very
burned.
short time(wipe up quickly).

PP Polypropylene 90(194) Same as above. Flammable,avoid battery acid.

Ethylene Propylene (Diene)

EPM/EPDM 80(176) Same as above. Flammable
rubber

UP Polyester thermoset 90(194) Same as above. Flammable

Thermoplastic olefine/
TPO/TPR 80(176) Same as above. Flammable
Thermoplastic rubber

Acrylonitrile butadiene
ABS 80(176) Avoid gasoline and solvents.
styrene resin

AAS Acrylonitrile acrylic styrene 85(185) Avoid gasoline and solvents.

Acrylonitrile styrene
ASA 100(222) Avoid gasoline and solvents. Flammable
acrylate

AS Acrylonitrile styrene 85(185) Avoid gasoline and solvents.

Acrylonitrile ethylene
AES 80(176) Avoid gasoline and solvents.
styrene

PMMA Polymethyl methacrylate 85(185) Avoid gasoline and solvents.

EVA Polyvinyl ethyl acetate 90(194) Avoid gasoline and solvents.

PPO/PPE Polyphenylene oxide/ether 110(230) Avoid gasoline and solvents.

PC Polycarbonate 120(248) Avoid gasoline and solvents.

Lenear low density Gasoline and most solvents are

L-LDPE 45(100) Flammable
polyethylene harmless.

PUR Polyurethane 90(194) Same as above.

PPC Polypropylene composite 115(239) Same as above. Flammable

POM Polyacetal 120(248) Same as above. Avoid battery acid.

PA Polyamide(Nylon) 140(284) Same as above. Avoid immersing in water.

PET Polyethylene terephthalate 180(356) Same as above.

PBT Polybutylene terephthalate 140(284) Same as above.

1. When repairing and painting a portion of the body adjacent to plastic parts, consider their characteristics (influence of
heat and solvent) and remove them if necessary or take suitable measures to protect them.
2. Plastic parts should be repaired and painted using methods suiting the materials characteristics.

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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR PLASTICS

Location of Plastic Parts

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 HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR PLASTICS

Location of Plastic Parts (Cont’d)

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 PRECAUTIONS IN REPAIRING HIGH STRENGTH STEEL

Precautions in Repairing High Strength Steel

High strength steel is used for body panels in order to reduce vehicle weight.
Accordingly, precautions in repairing automotive bodies made of high strength steel are described below:

HIGH STRENGTH STEEL (HSS) USED IN NISSAN VEHICLES

Tensile strength Nissan designation Major applicable parts

Front side member

Hoodledge
373 N/mm2
SP130 Inner sill
(38 kg/mm2, 54 klb/sq in)
2nd crossmember assembly
Rear side member extension

785-981 N/mm2
(80-100 kg/mm2 SP150 Door guard beam
114-142 klb/sq in)

SP130 is the most commonly used HSS.

SP150 HSS is used only on parts that require much more strength.

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 PRECAUTIONS IN REPAIRING HIGH STRENGTH STEEL

Precautions in Repairing High Strength Steel (Cont’d)

Read the following precautions when repairing HSS:

1. Additional points to consider

The repair of reinforcements (such as side members)

by heating is not recommended since it may weaken
the component. When heating is unavoidable, do not
o o
heat HSS parts above 550 C (1, 022 F)
Verify heating temperature with a thermometer.
(Crayon-type and other similar type thermometer are
available.)

When straightening body panels, use caution in

pulling any HSS panel. Because HSS is very strong,
pulling may cause deformation in adjacent portions
of the body. In this case, increase the number of
measuring points, and carefully pull the HSS panel.

When cutting HSS panels, avoid gas (torch) cutting

if possible. Instead, use a saw to avoid weakening
surrounding areas due to heat. If gas (torch) cutting
is unavoidable, allow a minimum margin of 50 mm
(1.97 in).

When welding HSS panels, use spot welding

whenever possible in order to minimize weakening
surrounding areas due to heat.
If spot welding is impossible, use M.I.G. welding. Do
not use gas (torch) welding because it is inferior in
welding strength.

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 PRECAUTIONS IN REPAIRING HIGH STRENGTH STEEL

Precautions in Repairing High Strength Steel (Cont’d)

The spot weld on HSS panels is harder than that of an

ordinary steel panel.
Therefore, when cutting spot welds on a HSS panel,
use a low speed high torque drill (1,000 to 1,200 rpm)
to increase drill bit durability and facilitate the operation.

SP150 HSS panels with a tensile strength of 785 to

981 N/mm2 (80 to 100 kg/mm2, 114 to 142 klb/sq in),
used as reinforcement in the door guard beams and in
the bumper, is too strong to repair. When these HSS
parts are damaged, the outer panels also sustain
substantial damage; therefore, the door assembly or
bumper assembly must be replaced.

2. Precautions in spot welding HSS

This work should be performed under standard working
conditions. Always note the following when spot welding
HSS:

The electrode tip diameter must be sized properly

according to the metal thickness.

The panel surfaces must fit flush to each other, leaving

no gaps.

Follow the specifications for the proper welding pitch.

Unit:mm
Thickness (t) Minimum pich ( )
0.6 (0.024) 10 (0.39) or over
0.8 (0.031) 12 (0.47) or over
1.0 (0.039) 18 (0.71) or over
1.2 (0.047) 20 (0.79) or over
1.6 (0.063) 27 (1.06) or over
1.8 (0.071) 31 (1.22) or over
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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Description
The symbols used in this manual for cutting and welding / brazing operations are shown below.

Saw cut or air chisel cut

2-spot welds
(2-panel overlapping portions)

2-spot
Spot welds
weld
3-spot welds
(3-panel overlapping portions)
3-spot
welds

MIG plug weld

MIG seam weld/

Point weld

Brazing

Soldering

Sealing

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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Radiator Core Support

Service Joint Indicates that there is an equivalent welding portion

with the same dimensions on the opposite side.

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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Radiator Core Support (Partial Replacement)

Service Joint

Unit: mm

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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Hoodledge
Work after radiator core support has been removed.

Service Joint

Unit: mm

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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Hoodledge (Partial Replacement)

Work after radiator core support has been removed.
Service Joint
(This figure shows right side hoodledge)

Unit: mm

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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Front Side Member

Work after hoodledge and radiator core support have been removed.

Service Joint

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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Front Side Member (Partial Replacement)

Work after radiator core support has been removed.

Service Joint (This figure shows right front side member)

Unit: mm

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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Front Pillar
See REPLACEMENT NOTES.
Work after hoodledge reinforcement has been removed.

Service Joint

Unit: mm

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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Center Pillar

Service Joint

Unit: mm

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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Rear Fender

Service Joint

Unit: mm

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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Rear Floor Rear

Work after rear panel has been removed.

Service Joint Indicates that there is an equivalent welding portion

with the same dimensions on the opposite side.

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 REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS

Rear Side Member Extension

Work after rear panel has been removed.

Service Joint

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 REPLACEMENT NOTES
Front Pillar
Front pillar butt joint can be determined anywhere within
shaded area as shown in the figure.
The best location for the butt joint is at position A due
to the construction of the vehicle.
Determine cutting position and record distance from
location cutout. Use this distance when cutting service
part. Cut outer front pillar 60 mm above inner front pillar
cut position.
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Prepare a cutting jig to make outer pillar easier to cut.
Also, this will permit service part to be accurately cut
at joint position.
An example of cutting operation using a cutting jig is
as follows:
1 Mark cutting lines.
A: Cut position of outer pillar
B: Cut position of inner pillar
2 Align cutting line with notch on jig. Clamp jig to pillar.
3 Cut outer pillar along groove of jig. (At position A)
4 Remove jig and cut remaining portions.
5 Cut inner pillar at position B in same manner.
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CITY: ____________________ STATE/PROV./COUNTRY: __________________ ZIP/POSTAL CODE: ______

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