Land Rover Discovery: Body Repairs - Corrosion
Protection
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Galvanic corrosion is the cross-contamination of dissimilar metals, in this
case aluminium and steel. Avoidance of galvanic corrosion is an important
issue to be considered in the repair of aluminium
The procedure to follow when partially renewing components is the same as
described in the section "Welded Components".
The main difference when components are partially, rather than completely
renew
If any of these items are not available check with the supplier/manufacturer
of these products for a superseded equivalent.
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Installation
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are installed with metal
inert gas (MIG) plug welds in the same quantities.
Using the old suspension top mount for reference prepare the new
suspension top mount in the areas where it is not fully welded and
install the spot welds.
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SPECIAL TOOL(S)
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the active on-demand coupling.
Refer to: Active On-Demand Coupling - Vehicles With: 9HP48 9-
Speed Automatic Transmission - AWD (205-02A Rear Drive
Axle/Differential - Vehicle