General information and precautions The body of the cars considered in this Guide has a universal design, the supporting element of which is a floor panel equipped with front and rear spars and...
Body Specifications Weight and size characteristics All figures are approximate and may vary depending on the model. For details, refer to the manufacturer's data. Dimensions Full...
Car body and underbody care It should be remembered that the main factor determining the selling price of a used car is the condition of its body. Body panel care procedures are extremely...
Repair of minor damage to body panels 1. If there is no access to the rear side of the body panel to knock out the dent, it should be pulled out with a sliding hammer. At the deepest point of the...
Repair of seriously damaged body panels Such repairs are usually carried out using welding equipment and should be carried out in a car service workshop. In case of extensive damage, first of all, it...
Servicing car hinges and locks Every 15,000 km, or once a year, the hinges and assemblies of the lock latches of the doors, hood and luggage compartment lid should be lubricated with a few...
Windshield and other fixed glass replacement Windshield and other fixed vehicle glass replacement requires one of the special fast-curing adhesives or sealants. In addition, this work cannot be done...
Removal and installation of bumpers Front bumper Removing 1. Under the vehicle, remove the three plastic clips securing the front bumper cover to the crankcase guard. To remove the two-component,...
Removal and installation of front fenders 1. Remove the front bumper cover (see Removal and installation of bumpers ). 2. Remove the wheel arch locker (see Removal and installation of wheel arch...
Removal, installation and adjustment of a cowl The layout of the hood hinge fasteners 1 — Bolts of fastening of loops to a cowl 2 — Bolts of fastening of loops to a body element Removing 1. Open the hood...
Removal and installation of hood hinges 1. Remove the hood (see Removal, installation and adjustment of a cowl ). 2. Remove the windshield fairing panel (see Removal and installation of elements of...
Removal and installation of door rear-view mirrors 1. Remove the triangular decorative cover from the base of the mirror in the corner of the door glass (see Removal and installation of interior trim panels )....
Removal and installation of body trim elements Door moldings 1. Remove the door upholstery (see Removal and installation of interior trim panels ). Loosen the molding screw by inserting a screwdriver...