Radiator Support: Service and Repair

Front Bulkhead

Removal

Mass production body welding positions and numbers







Construction

NOTE:
- This section explains the procedures after removal of all related parts. For the related parts' removal procedure.
- The component replacement procedure described here is only for new Honda-supplied parts, as needed, according to the area and the degree of damage on the body.
- Replace the bulkhead upper center frame, the bulkhead side stay, and the bulkhead lower crossmember.
- Replace the bulkhead side stay, the side stay plate, and the bulkhead upper frame as an assembly.







Installation







1. Set the new parts bulkhead, and measure the front compartment diagonally.
2. Check the body dimensions.
- Front bulkhead position
- Engine compartment
- Bulkhead side member position
- Engine compartment and front floor, under view
- Repair chart, top view
- Repair chart, side view

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

5. Do the main welding. Weld the bulkhead side stay (A), the bulkhead lower crossmember (B), and the front side frame (C).










6. Weld the bulkhead upper center frame (A) to the bulkhead upper frame (B) and the bulkhead side stay (C).







7. Weld the bulkhead upper frame (A) to the bulkhead side member (B).