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
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REMOVAL
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05, Removal and Installation).
Torque: 11 Nm
INSTALLATION
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Installation
Dress the flanges where necessary.
Using the old rear side member outer reinforcement and the
measurements as a guide, cut the new rear side member outer
reinforcement on the new rear side member service part as
indicated.
Remove the spot welds and remove the rear side me