Nissan Versa

 Sedan Service Manual

Body exterior, doors, roof & vehicle security » Body repair (BRM)
Replacement operations

Description

This section is prepared for technicians who have attained a high level of skill and experience in repairing collision- damaged vehicles and also use modern service tools and equipment. Persons unfamiliar with body repair techniques should not attempt to repair collision-damaged vehicles by using this section.

Technicians are also encouraged to read Body Repair Manual (Fundamentals) in order to ensure that the original functions and quality of the vehicle can be maintained. The Body Repair Manual (Fundamentals) contains additional information, including cautions and warning, that are not including in this manual. Technicians should refer to both manuals to ensure proper repairs.

Please note that these information are prepared for worldwide usage, and as such, certain procedures might not apply in some regions or countries.

The symbols used in this section for cutting and welding / brazing operations are shown below.

• Front pillar butt joint can be determined anywhere within shaded area A as shown. The best location for the butt joint is at position B due to the construction of the vehicle. Refer to the front pillar section.

• Determine cutting position and record distance from the locating indent. Use this distance when cutting the service part. Cut outer front pillar over 60 mm above inner front pillar cut position.

• Prepare a cutting jig to make outer pillar easier to cut. Also, this will permit service part to be accurately cut at joint position.

• An example of cutting operation using a cutting jig is as follows.

1. Mark cutting lines.

A: Cut position of outer pillar

B: Cut position of inner pillar

2. Align cutting line with notch on jig. Clamp jig to pillar.

3. Cut outer pillar along groove of jig. (At position A)

4. Remove jig and cut remaining portions.

5. Cut inner pillar at position B in same manner.

Hoodledge

Change parts

A. Front strut housing (LH) B. Upper front hoodledge C. Hoodledge reinforcement D. Hoodledge connector E. Radiator core support upper F. Hoodledge reinforcement rear G. Dash side extension

Front

Front Side Member

Change parts

 Front side member front assembly

Front Pillar

OUTER

- Work after hoodledge and hoodledge reinforcement rear has been removed.

Change parts

Front pillar section of body side outer A. Recommended sectioning location

REINFORCEMENT

- Work after front pillar outer has been removed.

Change parts

Front pillar reinforcement

INNER

- Work after front pillar reinforcement has been removed.

Change parts

Front pillar inner reinforcement A. Mig welds Front

Dash Side

Work with front pillar reinforcement removed.

Change parts

Dash side A. Mig welds

Center Pillar

OUTER

Change parts

A. Center pillar portion of body side outer recommended sectioning area.

Installation

Match welds locations from removed part onto new panel and weld into place.

REINFORCEMENT

Work after center pillar outer has been removed.

Change parts

Center pillar reinforcement

Roof

Replacement parts

Roof panel

Outer Sill

Work after the front pillar reinforcement, center pillar reinforcement and rear fender have been removed.

Change parts

Outer sill reinforcement A. Mig stitch weld Front

Rear Fender

Change parts

A. Recommended cut zone

Rear Panel

Change parts

Rear panel assembly

Front

Rear Floor Rear

- Work after rear panel assembly has been removed.

Change parts

Rear floor rear

Front

Rear Side Member Extension

- Work after rear panel assembly and rear floor rear have been removed.

Change parts

Rear side member extension Front

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

Precautions

Precautions in repairing high strength steel

Repairing material

Corrosion protection

Replacement operations

Body alignment