Water Drain Panel [Convertible]

Water Drain Panel

Removal

NOTE:
This is a category "A" repair.

NOTE:
If the water drain panel is removed for access only, it will require renewal due to the holes made during its removal.

NOTE:
In this procedure the water drain panel is replaced in conjunction with the:
- Luggage compartment lid
- Convertible top compartment lid
- Convertible top compartment lid hinges LH and RH
- Convertible top assembly
1 Before commencing this procedure ensure that you are aware of all Health and Safety requirements. For additional information, refer to Health and Safety Precautions Health and Safety Precautions
2 For further information on the methods, tools and fixings used in this procedure refer to the body repairs - general information section. For additional information, refer to Body Repairs
3 Remove the convertible top assembly. For additional information, refer to Convertible Top Assembly Convertible Top Assembly
4 Remove the convertible top compartment lid. For additional information, refer to Convertible Top Compartment Lid Convertible Top Compartment Lid
5 Remove the convertible top compartment lid hinges. For additional information, refer to Convertible Top Compartment Lid Hinge Convertible Top Compartment Lid Hinge




6 Using the ESN50, remove 8 Self-Piercing Rivets.
7
NOTE:
To aid separation, use a heat gun to soften the adhesive bond to the water drain panel reinforcement.
Separate the joints and remove the panel.

Installation
1 Remove the rivet remnants.
2 Using a Roloc Bristle Disc, clean and prepare the panel joints.
3 Pyrosil the joints.
4 Apply the coupling agent and allow to dry.




5 Apply a 5mm adhesive bead to the water drain panel reinforcement.




6
NOTE:
If the water drain panel is being fitted to the original quarter panel, the rivets must be installed avoiding the original removal holes.
Using the ESN50, install 6 Self-Piercing rivets, part no: C2C 20589.




7
NOTE:
If the water drain panel is being fitted to the original water drain panel reinforcement, the rivets must be installed avoiding the original removal holes.
Using the ESN50, install 2 Self-Piercing rivets, part no: C2C 20592.
8 The installation of associated panels and mechanical components is the reverse of removal.