Outer rear wheel arch

This part can be replaced in several ways (see method below):

WARNING

Replacing this part requires ordering the roof lining and removing the outer rear wheel arch.

5-door version

• Complete, cut (a) complementary to the rear wing panel, cuts (a) and (c) or (b) and (c).

3-door version

• Complete, cuts (a), (d) and (c) supplementary to the partial rear quarter panel, cuts (b), (c) and (e), and the centre roof side rail reinforcement.
• Partial, cut (d) supplementary to the partial rear quarter panel, cuts (b), (c) and (e).

Note: For the 3-door version, cut (d) avoids removing the central roof reinforcement.

The operations described in this procedure are carried out on the left-hand part. The right-hand side has a slightly different shape to allow for the fuel filler neck, but the replacement principle is the same.

Note: If the spot welds cannot be made with the spot welder, they may be replaced with plug welds.

Information on related parts is covered in their respective sections (see contents).

REPLACEMENT PART CONTENTS

Supplied pre-assembled with:
Rear parcel shelf mounting bracket.

PARTS CONCERNED (thickness in mm):

1. 1
   Outer rear wheel arch 1.2
2. 2
   Rear wing panel gutter lower section 0.9
3. 3
   Rear wheel arch extension 0.7
4. 4
   Centre roof side rail reinforcement 0.9

5-door version

Cut detail (a)

Note: The cutting method for the 3-door version is identical to the 5-door version.

PART IN POSITION

3-door version

Cut detail (b)

Cut detail (c)

Specifics of cut (d)

WARNING

The cut must be made flush with the rear wheel arch closing panel.

Fitting the rear wheel arch

Spot weld spacing: 60 mm.

Apply a bead of sealant in the corner to ensure sealing.

Use M.J. Pro sealer (part number: 77 11 172 676).