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BODY EXTERIOR, DOORS, ROOF & VEHICLE SECURITY
SECTION BRM BODY REPAIR

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CONTENTS
FEATURES OF NEW MODEL ...................... 2 BODY ALIGNMENT .......................................... 19 F
Body Center Marks ................................................19
BODY EXTERIOR PAINT COLOR ..................... 2 Description ...............................................................20
Body Exterior Paint Color ....................................... 2 Engine Compartment ..............................................20 G
Underbody ...............................................................22
PRECAUTION ............................................... 3 Passenger Compartment ........................................24
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ............................... 3 Rear Body ...............................................................27 H
Precautions For Plastics .......................................... 3 REPAIRING HIGH STRENGTH STEEL ........... 29
High Strength Steel (HSS) ....................................29
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ................ 6
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REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS ....................... 32
BODY COMPONENT PARTS ............................. 6
Description ...............................................................32
Underbody Component Parts .................................. 6
Radiator Core Support .............................................36
Body Component Parts ............................................. 8 J
Hoodledge ...............................................................36
CORROSION PROTECTION .............................10 Hoodledge (Partial Replacement) ...........................38
Description .............................................................. 10 Front Side Member ..................................................39
Front Side Member (Partial Replacement) ...........40 BRM
Anti-corrosive Wax .................................................. 10
Undercoating ........................................................... 11 Front Pillar ..............................................................41
Stone Guard Coat ................................................... 12 Center Pillar .............................................................44
Outer Sill .................................................................47 L
BODY SEALING .................................................14 Rear Fender ............................................................50
Description .............................................................. 14 Rear Panel ..............................................................53
Rear Floor Rear .....................................................53
BODY CONSTRUCTION ....................................17 M
Rear Side Member Extension ...............................55
Body Construction ................................................... 17
Revision: 2007 November BRM-1 2009 Murano

BODY EXTERIOR PAINT COLOR
< FEATURES OF NEW MODEL >
FEATURES OF NEW MODEL
BODY EXTERIOR PAINT COLOR
Body Exterior Paint Color INFOID:0000000003468450
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Color code BAX5 BCAB BKAH BKH3 BK23 BK51 BQX1 BRAA
Grayish Dark
Description Red Silver Black Silver Gray White
Component Brown Blue
Paint type Note 2P M TPM 2S M M 3P PM

Hard clear coat × - - × - - - ×
1 Bumper fascia Body color BAX5 BCAB BKAH BKH3 BK23 BK51 BQX1 BRAA
2 Radiator grille Chromium plate Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr
Door
3 outside Cover Body color BAX5 BCAB BKAH BKH3 BK23 BK51 BQX1 BRAA
mirror
Side guard mold-
4 Chromium plate Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr
ing
5 Back door Body color BAX5 BCAB BKAH BKH3 BK23 BK51 BQX1 BRAA
Door outside
6 Chromium plate Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr Cr
handle
NOTE:
• 2S: Solid + Clear
• M: Metallic
• 2P: 2-Coat pearl
• 3P: 3-Coat pearl
• FPM: Iron oxide pearl
• RPM: Multi flex color
• TM: Micro titanium metallic
• PM: Pearl metallic
• TPM: Titanium pearl metallic

HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
< PRECAUTION >
PRECAUTION A
Precautions For Plastics INFOID:0000000003468451
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Heat resisting
Abbre- Resistance to gasoline and C
Material name temperature Other cautions
viation solvents
°C (°F)
Gasoline and most solvents are
PE Polyethylene 60 (140) harmless if applied for a very Flammable D
short time (wipe up quickly).
ABS Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene 80 (176) Avoid gasoline and solvents. —
Gasoline and most solvents are E
EPM/ Ethylene Propylene (Diene) co-
80 (176) harmless if applied for a very Flammable
EPDM polymer
PS Polystyrene 80 (176) Avoid solvents. Flammable F
Poison gas is emitted
PVC Poly Vinyl Chloride 80 (176) harmless if applied for a very
when burned.
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TPO Thermoplastic Olefine 80 (176) Same as above. Flammable
AAS Acrylonitrile Acrylic Styrene 85 (185) Avoid gasoline and solvents. —
PMMA Poly Methyl Methacrylate 85 (185) Same as above. — H
EVAC Ethylene Vinyl Acetate 90 (194) Avoid gasoline and solvents. —
Flammable, avoid bat- I
PP Polypropylene 90 (194) harmless if applied for a very
tery acid.
PUR Polyurethane 90 (194) Avoid gasoline and solvents. —
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UP Unsaturated Polyester 90 (194) Same as above. Flammable
ASA Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate 100 (212) Same as above. Flammable
PPE Poly Phenylene Ether 110 (230) Same as above. — BRM
TPU Thermoplastic Urethane 110 (230) Same as above. —
PBT+ Poly Butylene Terephthalate +
120 (248) Same as above. Flammable
PC Polycarbonate L
PC Polycarbonate 120 (248) Same as above. —
POM Poly Oxymethylene 120 (248) Same as above. Avoid battery acid.
Avoid immersing in wa-
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PA Polyamide 140 (284) Same as above.
ter.
PBT Poly Butylene Terephthalate 140 (284) Same as above. —
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PAR Polyarylate 180 (356) Same as above. —
PET Polyester 180 (356) Same as above. —
PEI Polyetherimide 200 (392) Same as above. — O
1. When repairing and painting a portion of the body adjacent to plastic parts, consider their characteristics
(influence of heat and solvent) and remove them if necessary or take suitable measures to protect them.
2. Plastic parts should be repaired and painted using methods suiting the materials, characteristics. P
LOCATION OF PLASTIC PARTS

< PRECAUTION >
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Component Material Component Material

1 Bumper fascia PP + EPM Front combination lamp Lens PMMA
10
2 Radiator grille ABS extension Housing AAS
Lens Glass Lens PC
3 Front combination lamp 11 License plate lamp
Housing PP Housing PC
4 Windshield molding EPDM Outer PP
12 Back door
Cover ABS Inner PP
5 Door outside mirror Housing ABS Rear combination lamp Lens PMMA
Base ABS (Rear fender) Housing ABS
13
6 Side guard molding PP Rear combination lamp Lens PMMA
7 Mudguard TPO (Back door) Housing AAS
Front PP 14 Door outside molding PVC + Stainless
8 Fender Protector
Rear PET 15 Door outside handle PC + ABS
Lens Glass Lens PMMA
9 Front fog lamp PBT + ASA + 16 Reflex reflector
Housing Housing ABS
Glass fiber

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Component Material Component Material

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1 Luggage side finisher PP 6 Cluster lid A ABS
Lens PC 7 Cluster lid C PC + ABS
2 Personal lamp
Housing PP 8 Instrument panel PP J
3 Center pillar garnish PP 9 Glove box PP
4 Front pillar garnish PP 10 Center console PP
Lens PC BRM
5 Map lamp
Housing PP

BODY COMPONENT PARTS
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Underbody Component Parts INFOID:0000000003468452
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1. Lower rear hoodledge (RH & LH) 2. Upper hoodledge (RH & LH) 3. Hoodledge reinforcement (RH & LH) A
4. Center cowl top 5. Upper dash 6. Lower dash
7. Side dash (RH & LH) 8. Front floor 9. Inner sill (RH & LH)
10. Rear floor front extension 11. 2nd seat mounting bracket 12. Rear seat back support B
13. Rear floor front 14. Rear floor rear 15. Rear floor side (RH & LH)
16. Spare tire clamp bracket 17. Front side member assembly (RH & 18. Front side member connector as-
LH) sembly (RH & LH)
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19. Front side member closing plate as- 20. Lower front hoodledge (RH & LH) 21. Side radiator core support (RH & LH)
sembly (RH & LH)
22. Front side member extension (RH & 23. Front side member center extension 24. Rear seat crossmember
LH) (RH & LH) D
25. Center rear crossmember assembly 26. Spare wheel crossmember 27. Rear side member assembly (RH &
LH)
28. Rear side member extension (RH & E
LH)
: Both sided anti-corrosive precoated steel portions
: High strength steel (HSS) portions F
: Both sided anti-corrosive steel and HSS portions
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Body Component Parts INFOID:0000000003468453
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1. Hood 2. Front fender (RH & LH) 3. Side body assembly (RH & LH)
4. Outer front side body (RH & LH) 5. Front fender bracket assembly (RH 6. Front pillar hinge reinforcement (RH
& LH) & LH)
7. Lower front pillar hinge brace (RH & 8. Lower front pillar reinforcement as- 9. Center pillar reinforcement (RH &
LH) sembly (RH & LH) LH)

10. Outer sill reinforcement (RH & LH) 11. Outer sill (RH & LH) 12. Inner side roof rail (RH & LH)
13. Inner center pillar (RH & LH) 14. Inner rear pillar (RH & LH) 15. Inner rear pillar reinforcement (RH & A
LH)
16. Back pillar reinforcement assembly 17. Outer rear wheelhouse (RH & LH) 18. Outer rear sill reinforcement (RH &
(RH & LH) LH) B
19. Inner rear wheelhouse (RH & LH) 20. Inner rear wheelhouse front exten- 21. Inner rear wheelhouse rear exten-
sion (RH & LH) sion (RH & LH)
22. Roof 23. Front roof rail 24. Roof reinforcement assembly
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25. Roof bow No. 1 26. Roof bow No. 2 27. Roof bow No. 3
28. Roof bow No. 4 29. Roof bow No. 5 30. Rear roof rail
31. Side roof reinforcement (RH & LH) 32. Rear roof 33. Rear sunroof reinforcement assem- D
bly
34. Rear fender assembly (RH & LH) 35. Outer back pillar (RH & LH) 36. Rear combination lamp base (RH &
LH)
37. Rear fascia rear bracket (RH & LH) 38. Rear combination lamp base exten- 39. Fuel filler lid
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sion (RH & LH)
40. Rear panel assembly 41. Upper rear bumper retainer 42. Front door assembly (RH & LH)
43. Outer front door panel (RH & LH) 44. Rear door assembly (RH & LH) 45. Outer rear door panel (RH & LH) F
46. Inner front bumper center reinforce- 47. Front bumper stay (RH & LH) 48. Inner center rear bumper reinforce-
ment ment
49. Rear side bumper bracket (RH & LH) G
A. Standard roof B. With sunroof
: Both sided anti-corrosive precoated steel portions
: High strength steel (HSS) portions H
: Both sided anti-corrosive steel and HSS portions
* : Aluminum portion
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CORROSION PROTECTION
Description INFOID:0000000003468454
To provide improved corrosion prevention, the following anti-corrosive measures have been implemented in
NISSAN production plants. When repairing or replacing body panels, it is necessary to use the same anti-cor-
rosive measures.
Anti-Corrosive Precoated Steel (Galvannealed Steel)
To improve repairability and corrosion resistance, a new type of anti-
corrosive precoated steel sheet has been adopted replacing conven-
tional zinc-coated steel sheet.
Galvannealed steel is electroplated and heated to form Zinc-iron
alloy, which provides excellent and long term corrosion resistance
with cationic electrodeposition primer.
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Nissan Genuine Service Parts are fabricated from galvannealed steel. Therefore, it is recommended that
GENUINE NISSAN PARTS or equivalent be used for panel replacement to maintain the anti-corrosive perfor-
mance built into the vehicle at the factory.
Phosphate Coating Treatment and Cationic Electrodeposition Primer
A phosphate coating treatment and a cationic electrodeposition
primer, which provide excellent corrosion protection, are employed
on all body components.
CAUTION:
Confine paint removal during welding operations to an absolute
minimum.
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Nissan Genuine Service Parts are also treated in the same manner. Therefore, it is recommended that GENU-
INE NISSAN PARTS or an equivalent be used for panel replacement to maintain anti-corrosive performance
built into the vehicle at the factory.
Anti-corrosive Wax INFOID:0000000003468455
To improve corrosion resistance, anti-corrosive wax is applied inside the body sill and inside other closed sec-
tions. Accordingly, when replacing these parts, be sure to apply anti-corrosive wax to the appropriate areas of
the new parts. Select an excellent anti-corrosive wax which will penetrate after application and has a long shelf
life.
DOOR

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B. Nozzle insert hole

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Undercoating INFOID:0000000003468456
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The underside of the floor and wheelhouse are undercoated to prevent rust, vibration, noise and stone chip-
ping. Therefore, when such a panel is replaced or repaired, apply undercoating to that part. Use an undercoat-
ing which is rust preventive, soundproof, vibration-proof, shock-resistant, adhesive, and durable.
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Precautions in Undercoating
1. Do not apply undercoating to any place unless specified (such as the areas above the muffler and three
way catalyst which are subjected to heat). O
2. Do not undercoat the exhaust pipe or other parts which become hot.
3. Do not undercoat rotating parts.
4. Apply bitumen wax after applying undercoating. P
5. After putting seal on the vehicle, put undercoating on it.

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: Undercoated portions
: Sealed portions
Stone Guard Coat INFOID:0000000003468457
To prevent damage caused by stones, the lower outer body panel (fender, door, etc.) have an additional layer
of Stone Guard Coating over the ED primer coating. When replacing or repairing these panels, apply Stone
Guard coating to the same portions as before. Use a coating which is rust preventive, durable, shock-resistant
and has a long shelf life.

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: Stone guard coated portions

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BODY SEALING
BODY SEALING
The following figure shows the areas which are sealed at the factory. Sealant which has been applied to these
areas should be smooth and free from cuts or gaps. Care should be taken not to apply an excess amount of
sealant and not to allow other unaffected parts to come into contact with the sealant.
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: Vehicle front
: Sealed portions

BODY SEALING
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: Vehicle front
: Sealed portions

BODY SEALING
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: Vehicle front
: Sealed portions

BODY CONSTRUCTION
BODY CONSTRUCTION
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Body Construction INFOID:0000000003468459
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1. Outer side body 2. Upper front pillar reinforcement 3. Upper inner front pillar
4. Upper front pillar hinge brace 5. Hoodledge reinforcement 6. Side dash
7. Upper dash 8. Lower dash 9. Side cowl top brace

BODY CONSTRUCTION
10. Weld nut 11. Lower front pillar hinge brace 12. Lower front pillar patch
13. Front fender bracket 14. Outer front sill reinforcement 15. Lower front pillar reinforcement
16. Inner front sill reinforcement 17. Front side member outrigger 18. Front floor
19. Outer sill reinforcement 20. Inner sill 21. Inner rear sill reinforcement
22. 2nd crossmember 23. Center pillar reinforcement 24. Center pillar seat belt reinforcement
25. Inner center pillar reinforcement 26. Inner center pillar 27. 3rd crossmember
28. Seat belt anchor 29. Inner sill extension 30. Inner rear pillar reinforcement
31. Inner rear pillar seat belt anchor 32. Inner rear pillar 33. Outer rear wheelhouse
34. Inner rear wheelhouse 35. Outer back pillar 36. Back pillar reinforcement
37. Rear roof rail brace 38. Back pillar main

BODY ALIGNMENT
BODY ALIGNMENT
A
Body Center Marks INFOID:0000000003468460
A mark has been placed on each part of the body to indicate the vehicle center. When repairing parts dam- B
aged by an accident which might affect the vehicle frame (members, pillars, etc.), more accurate and effective
repair will be possible by using these marks together with body alignment specifications.
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: Vehicle front
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Unit: mm (in)
Points Portion Marks P
A Upper dash Hole φ7 (0.28)
B Front roof Embossment
C Rear roof Indent
D Upper rear panel Indent

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Points Portion Marks
E Front floor reinforcement Hole φ9 (0.35)
F Front floor Embossment
• All dimensions indicated in the figures are actual.

• When using a tracking gauge, adjust both pointers to equal length. Then check the pointers and gauge itself
to make sure there is no free play.
• When a measuring tape is used, check to be sure there is no elongation, twisting or bending.
• Measurements should be taken at the center of the mounting holes.
• An asterisk (*) following the value at the measuring point indicates that the measuring point on the other side
is symmetrically the same value.
• The coordinates of the measurement points are the distances measured from the standard line of ″X″, ″Y″
and ″Z″.
• ″Z″: Imaginary base line [200 mm (7.87 in) below datum line (″0Z″ at design plan)]
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1. Vehicle center 2. Front axle center 3. Imaginary base line
Engine Compartment INFOID:0000000003468462
Measurement
Dimensions marked with ″*″ indicate symmetrically identical dimensions on both right and left hand of the
vehicle.

BODY ALIGNMENT
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Unit: mm (in) M
Measurement Points
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BODY ALIGNMENT
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: Vehicle front
Unit: mm (in)
Point Material Point Material

Cowl top extension installing hole center of cen- Upper radiator core support hole center
A F, f
ter positioning mark φ7 (0.28) φ12 (0.47)
Front end module installing hole center
B, b Hood hinge installing hole center φ13 (0.51) G, g, K, k, N, n
φ9 (0.35)
Front strut installing hole center 16×10
C, c H, h, J, j Front side member hole center φ14 (0.55)
(0.63×0.39)
Upper front fender bracket installing hole center
D, d, E, e M, m Bumper stay installing hole center φ12 (0.47)
φ7 (0.28)
Underbody INFOID:0000000003468463
Measurement

BODY ALIGNMENT
vehicle. A
As viewed from underside.
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Unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front
Measurement Points

BODY ALIGNMENT
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:Vehicle front
Unit: mm (in)
Coordinates Coordinates
Points Remarks Points Remarks
X Y Z X Y Z
A, a ±497 -556 330 Hole φ17 (0.67) H, h ±501 2608 167 Hole φ20 (0.79)
B, b ±327 395 130 Hole φ16 (0.63) J, j ±466 3157 202 Bolt head
C, c ±458 620 136 Hole φ10 (0.39) K, k ±476 3402 337 Hole φ18 (0.71)
D, d ±429 820 142 Hole 12×14 (0.47×0.55) M 603 52 830 Hole φ59 (2.32)
E, e ±429 1166 143 Hole φ12 (0.47) m -603 54 830 Hole φ59 (2.32)
F, f ±429 1727 164 Hole φ20 (0.79) N, n ±577 2712 482 Hole φ64 (2.52)
G, g ±636 2248 167 Bolt head
Passenger Compartment INFOID:0000000003468464
Measurement
BODY ALIGNMENT
vehicle. A
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Unit: mm (in)
«The others»
Unit: mm (in) BRM
Point Dimension Memo Point Dimension Memo Point Dimension Memo Point Dimension Memo
E-e 1292 (50.87) J-j 1545 (60.83) P-p 1211 (47.68) T-N 1049 (41.30)*
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E-g 1743 (68.62)* K-k 1540 (60.63) P-r 1726 (67.95)* T-O 865 (34.06)*
E-h 1412 (55.59)* M-m 1403 (55.24) Q-q 1519 (59.80) T-P 1365 (53.74)*
E-k 1635 (64.37)* M-o 1631 (64.21)* R-r 1537 (60.51) T-Q 1191 (46.89)* M
F-f 1456 (57.32) M-p 1431 (56.34)* S-E 1265 (49.80)* T-R 811 (31.93)*
F-j 1720 (67.72)* M-r 1758 (69.21)* S-F 1096 (43.15)* U-W 1128 (44.41)*
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G-g 1530 (60.24) N-n 1542 (60.71) S-G 822 (32.36)* U-X 1118 (44.02)*
G-h 1931 (76.02)* N-q 1741 (68.54)* S-H 1409 (55.47)* V-W 1211 (47.68)*
G-k 1773 (69.80)* O-o 1540 (60.63) S-J 1221 (48.07)* V-X 1111 (43.74)* O
H-h 1403 (55.24) O-p 1741 (68.54)* S-K 1044 (41.10)*
H-k 1626 (64.02)* O-r 1620 (63.78)* T-M 1237 (48.70)*
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Measurement Points

BODY ALIGNMENT
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: Vehicle front
Unit: mm (in)

Cowl top extension installing hole center of cen-
A J, j, N, n Inner center pillar joggle
ter positioning mark φ7 (0.28)
B Roof flange end of center positioning mark P, p, R, r Rear fender indent
C, c Front pillar joggle Q, q Rear pillar inner joggle
Front floor reinforcement hole center of center
D, d, E, e, F, f Front pillar indent S
positioning mark φ9 (0.35)
Front floor positioning mark of center positioning
G, g Side dash joggle T
mark
Door hinge installing hole center
H, h, K, k, M, U, u, V, v, W,
Center pillar indent U, u, V, v, O, o: φ12 (0.47)
m, O, o w, X, x
W, w: φ14×12 (0.55×0.47)

BODY ALIGNMENT
Rear Body INFOID:0000000003468465
A
Measurement
vehicle. B
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Unit: mm (in)
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Measurement Points

BODY ALIGNMENT
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: Vehicle front
Unit: mm (in)

A Roof indent of center positioning mark D, d Rear fender brace joggle
Upper rear panel indent of center positioning
B, b Back pillar main joggle E
mark
Center dovetail bracket installing hole center
C, c
φ7 (0.28)

REPAIRING HIGH STRENGTH STEEL
A
High Strength Steel (HSS) INFOID:0000000003468466
High strength steel is used for body panels in order to reduce vehicle weight. B
Accordingly, precautions in repairing automotive bodies made of high strength steel are described below:
Tensile strength Major applicable parts

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• Lower front and rear hoodledge
• Upper hoodledge
• Side dash
• Roof bow No. 2 and No.4 D
• 3rd crossmember
(Front floor component part)
• Inner sill
• Rear side member assembly E
370 - 590 MPa
• Rear seat crossmember
• Center rear crossmember assembly
• Inner side roof rail
• Inner center pillar F
• Inner center front bumper reinforcement
• Front bumper stay
• Rear side bumper bracket
G
• Other reinforcements
• Front side member assembly
• Front side member closing plate assembly
• Front side member extension H
• Front side member center extension
780 - 1350 MPa
• Outer roof rail reinforcement
(Side body assembly component part)
• 2nd crossmember
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(Front floor component part)
Read the following precautions when repairing HSS: J

1. Additional points to consider
• The repair of reinforcements (such as side members) by heat-
ing is not recommended since it may weaken the component. BRM
When heating is unavoidable, do not heat HSS parts above
550°C (1,022°F).
Verify heating temperature with a thermometer. L
(Crayon-type and other similar type thermometer are appropri-
ate.)
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• When straightening body panels, use caution in pulling any
HSS panel. Because HSS is very strong, pulling may cause
deformation in adjacent portions of the body. In this case, O
increase the number of measuring points, and carefully pull
the HSS panel.
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• When cutting HSS panels, avoid gas (torch) cutting if possible.
Instead, use a saw to avoid weakening surrounding areas due
to heat. If gas (torch) cutting is unavoidable, allow a minimum
margin of 50 mm (1.97 in).
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• When welding HSS panels, use spot welding whenever possi-

ble in order to minimize weakening surrounding areas due to
heat.
If spot welding is impossible, use MIG. welding. Do not use
gas (torch) for welding because it is inferior in welding
strength.
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• The spot weld on HSS panels is harder than that of an ordi-

nary steel panel.
Therefore, when cutting spot welds on a HSS panel, use a low
speed high torque drill (1,000 to 1,200 rpm) to increase drill bit
durability and facilitate the operation.
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2. Precautions in spot welding HSS

This work should be performed under standard working condi-
tions. Always note the following when spot welding HSS:
• The electrode tip diameter must be sized properly according to
the metal thickness.
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• The panel surfaces must fit flush to each other, leaving no
gaps. A
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D
• Follow the specifications for the proper welding pitch.
Unit: mm (in)
Thickness (t) Minimum pitch (l) E
0.6 (0.024) 10 (0.39) or over

0.8 (0.031) 12 (0.47) or over
1.0 (0.039) 18 (0.71) or over F
1.2 (0.047) 20 (0.79) or over
1.6 (0.063) 27 (1.06) or over
1.8 (0.071) 31 (1.22) or over G
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REPLACEMENT OPERATIONS
• 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. Techni-
cians 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 welding operations are shown below.
Symbol marks Description
2-spot welds
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3-spot welds
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MIG plug weld
For 3 panels plug weld method
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MIG seam weld / Point weld
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• Front pillar butt joint can be determined anywhere within shaded
area as shown in the figure. The best location for the butt joint is at A
position A due to the construction of the vehicle. Refer to the front
pillar section.
B
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D
• 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 (2.36 in) above inner front pillar cut position. E
G
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• Prepare a cutting jig to make outer pillar easier to cut. Also, this will H
permit service part to be accurately cut at joint position.
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• An example of cutting operation using a cutting jig is as follows.

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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. M
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.
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REAR FENDER HEMMING PROCESS
1. A wheel arch is to be installed and hemmed over left and right outer wheel house.
2. In order to hem the wheel arch, it is necessary to repair any damaged or defaced parts around outer P
wheel house.
CAUTION:
Ensure that the area that is to be glued around outer wheelhouse is undamaged or defaced.
Procedure of the hemming process

• Peel off old bonding material on the surface of outer wheelhouse
and clean thoroughly.
• Peel off a primer coat in the specified area where new adhesive is
to be applied on rear fender (the replacing part).
• Apply new adhesive to both specified areas of outer wheelhouse
and rear fender.
<Adhesive> 3M automix panel bond 8115,

or any equivalents
• Attach rear fender to the body of the car, and weld the required
part except the hemming part. JSKIA0136GB
• Bend the welded part starting from the center of the wheel arch
gradually with a hammer and a dolly. (Also hem the end of the
flange.)
• Hemming with a hammer is conducted to an approximate angle of
80 degrees.
SIIA2245E
• Starting from the center, hem the wheel arch gradually, using slight
back and forth motion with a hemming tool.
SIIA2246E
• Seal up the area around the hemmed end of the flange.
JSKIA0137GB
FOAM REPAIR
During factory body assembly, foam insulators are installed in certain body panels and locations around the
vehicle. Use the following procedure (s) to replace any factory-installed foam insulators.
Urethane foam applications
Use commercially available spray foam for sealant (foam material) repair of material used on vehicle. Read
instructions on product for fill procedures.
1. Fill procedures after installation of service part.
- Remove foam material remaining on vehicle side.
- Clean area in which foam was removed.
- Install service part.

- Insert nozzle into hole near fill area and fill foam material or fill in enough to close gap with the service
part. A
JSKIA0129GB
F
1. Urethane foam
A. Nozzle insert hole
G
: Vehicle front
2. Fill procedures before installation of service part.

- Remove foam material remaining on vehicle side. H
- Clean area in which foam was removed.
- Fill foam material on wheelhouse outer side.
I
1. Urethane foam
A. Fill while avoiding flange area
: Vehicle front
J
NOTE:
Fill in enough to close gap with service part while avoiding flange
BRM
area.
- Install service part.
NOTE:
JSKIA0130GB
Refer to label for information on working times. L

Radiator Core Support INFOID:0000000003591520
JSKIA0523ZZ
: Vehicle front
Replacement parts
l Side radiator core support (LH)
Hoodledge INFOID:0000000003468468
Work after radiator core support has been removed.

BRM
N
JSKIA0524ZZ
: Vehicle front O
Replacement parts
l Lower front hoodledge (LH) l Lower rear hoodledge (LH) l Upper hoodledge (LH)
l Hoodledge reinforcement (LH) P

JSKIA0525GB
Unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front
View C, D: Before installing hoodledge reinforcement

Hoodledge (Partial Replacement) INFOID:0000000003468469
Work after radiator core support has been removed.

BRM
N
JSKIA0526GB
Unit: mm (in) O
: vehicle front
Replacement parts
l Lower front hoodledge (RH) P
Front Side Member INFOID:0000000003468470
Work after radiator core support and hoodledge have been removed.

JSKIA0527GB
Unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front
Replacement parts
l Front side member assembly (LH) l Front side member closing plate as-
sembly (LH)
Front Side Member (Partial Replacement) INFOID:0000000003468471
Work after radiator core support and lower front hoodledge have been removed.

BRM
N
JSKIA0528GB
Unit: mm (in) O
: Vehicle front
Replacement parts
l Front side member assembly (RH) l Front side member closing plate as- P
sembly (RH)
Front Pillar INFOID:0000000003468472
Work after hoodledge reinforcement has been removed.

JSKIA0529GB
1. Urethane foam
Unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front
Replacement parts
l Side body assembly (LH) l Side dash (LH) l Inner side roof rail (LH)

BRM
N
JSKIA0530GB
Unit: mm (in) O
: Vehicle front
View B, F: Before installing outer front side body

View C: Before installing side body assembly P

JSKIA0531GB
Unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front
Center Pillar INFOID:0000000003468473
Install the inner center pillar to the side body assembly as shown in the figure for repairing the hidden welding
point ″View E″.

BRM
N
JSKIA0532ZZ
1. Urethane foam O
Unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front
Replacement parts P
l Side body assembly (LH) l Inner center pillar (LH)

JSKIA0533GB
Unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front
View C: Before installing outer front side body

View E: Inner center pillar and side body assembly (replacement parts)

BRM
N
JSKIA0534GB
Unit: mm (in) O
: Vehicle front
View G: Before installing outer front side body

P
Outer Sill INFOID:0000000003468474
Install the lower front pillar reinforcement assembly to the outer sill reinforcement (replacement part) as shown
in the figure for repairing the hidden welding point ″View A″.

JSKIA0535GB
1. Urethane foam
Unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front
Replacement parts
l Outer front side body (LH) l Outer sill reinforcement (LH) l Lower front pillar reinforcement as-
sembly (LH)
View A: Outer sill reinforcement and lower front pillar reinforcement assembly (replacement parts)
View B: Before installing outer sill

BRM
N
JSKIA0536GB
Unit: mm (in) O
: Vehicle front
View D: Before installing outer sill and center pillar reinforcement

View H: Before installing outer sill P
View K: Before installing outer sill reinforcement

JSKIA0537GB
Unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front
View N, Q: Before installing outer sill

View O: Before installing center pillar reinforcement
View P: Before installing outer sill reinforcement
Rear Fender INFOID:0000000003468475
Remove the outer back pillar and rear combination lamp base from the rear fender assembly service part for
easier installation.

BRM
N
JSKIA0538GB
1. Urethane foam 2. Adhesive O

Unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front
Replacement parts P
l Rear fender assembly (LH)

JSKIA0539GB
Unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front

Rear Panel INFOID:0000000003468476
BRM
JSKIA0540ZZ O
: Vehicle front
: An equivalent welding portion with the same dimensions is on the opposite side. P
Replacement parts
l Rear panel assembly
Rear Floor Rear INFOID:0000000003468477
Work after rear panel has been removed.

Remove the rear seat back support (reusable).

JSKIA0541GB
1. Rear seat back support

unit: mm (in)
: Vehicle front
: An equivalent welding portion with the same dimensions is on the opposite side.
Replacement parts
l Rear floor rear l Spare tire clamp bracket
View A: Before installing rear seat back support

BRM
N
JSKIA0542ZZ
1. Rear seat back support O

: Vehicle front
Rear Side Member Extension INFOID:0000000003468478

P
Work after rear panel has been removed.

JSKIA0543ZZ
: Vehicle front
Replacement parts
l Rear side member extension (LH)

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BODY EXTERIOR, DOORS, ROOF & VEHICLE SECURITY

SECTION BRM BODY REPAIR

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Paint type Note 2P M TPM 2S M M 3P PM

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LOCATION OF PLASTIC PARTS

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Component Material Component Material

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Component Material Component Material

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B. Nozzle insert hole

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Stone Guard Coat INFOID:0000000003468457

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: Stone guard coated portions

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• All dimensions indicated in the figures are actual.

1. Vehicle center 2. Front axle center 3. Imaginary base line

Engine Compartment INFOID:0000000003468462

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Point Material Point Material

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Passenger Compartment INFOID:0000000003468464

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Point Material Point Material

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Point Material Point Material

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Tensile strength Major applicable parts

Read the following precautions when repairing HSS: J

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• When welding HSS panels, use spot welding whenever possi-

• The spot weld on HSS panels is harder than that of an ordi-

2. Precautions in spot welding HSS

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0.6 (0.024) 10 (0.39) or over

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MIG seam weld / Point weld

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

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<Adhesive> 3M automix panel bond 8115,

• Seal up the area around the hemmed end of the flange.

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