Ford Kuga
Service Manual
Front End Sheet Metal Repairs
Front Side Member Section

NOTE: Equipment:

Measurement and alignment angle system

1. NOTE: The required partial replacement sections need to be cut out from the outer and inner side member.

Replacement Parts:
Inner side member
Outer side member
Longitudinal Member Flange Plate

Necessary Removal and Installation Work:

Cross Member Assy
Reposition the carpeting and the wiring harness away from the working area.

WARNING: Cut line positions

Due to the positions of inner reinforcements, it is very important that the dimension quoted for the separating cut on the inner side member is accurately met.

Front Side Member

NOTE: The cut shown is the final cut for the outer part.

Separating cut through outer and inner part of the front side member.

Front Side Member

Front Side Member

CAUTIONS: Do not cut into outer part of the side member!

Right Hand Side Member-Do not cut in inner reinforcement!

Separating cut through inner part of the front side member.

1) Mill out the spot welds.

Front Side Member

Installation

NOTE: Before resistance spot welding of body panels with a total panel thickness of 3 mm and greater, the manufacturer's welding equipment instructions and sub-section 501-25 must be followed.

1. Refer to: Tools and Equipment for Body Repairs (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, Description and Operation).