Front Pillar Outer Panel Replacement
2. Mass Production Body Welding Positions and Numbers - Remove

Outer Panel


3. Construction - Check

NOTE:
This section explains the procedures after removal of all related parts. For the related parts' removal procedure, refer to the appropriate Service Manual.
The component replacement procedure described here is only for new Honda-supplied parts, as needed, according to the area and the degree of damage on the body.
Cut and pry off the outer panel at the front pillar and side sill portions.
NOTE: Select the cutting positions in consideration of the front side outer panel repair part.
Replace the front pillar outer separator.


NOTE:
Confirm the sheet thickness, tensile strength, and existence of the zinc treatment of both sides, and set the welder to conform to the welding conditions by referring to Front Body Construction.
Welding symbols: (The welding symbols with dashed lines indicate that a part which is not visible is being spot welded)
( ) and ( )*: The number of welds

1. Body Dimensions - Check

Positioning the replacement parts.
Clamp or tack weld the new parts into position.

2. External Parts Fitting Positions - Check

Temporarily install the related parts, then check for differences in level and clearance. Check the external parts fitting positions. Make sure the body lines flow smoothly. Remove the clamped part.

3. Outer Panel Repair Part - Install

1.
Install the new front pillar outer separator (A).
2.
Weld the outer panel repair part (A).
( )*: Welding positions with high-strength steel (except 1500 MPa) parts. Confirm the plug welding conditions.
(?)*: Welding positions with the front pillar upper stiffener (B), the roof side stiffener (C) and the side sill reinforcement (D), the ultra high-strength steel (1500 MPa) part. Perform the spot welding on the conditions of No. 26 and No. 30 in the table shown below. Confirm the spot welding specifications.
(?)*: Welding positions with the front pillar upper stiffener, the roof side stiffener, and the side sill reinforcement, the ultra high-strength steel (1500 MPa) part. Confirm the MIG brazing specifications.
Spot Welding Conditions
Condition
No.
Welding
current (A)
Welding
time (ms)
Applied force
(N (kgf))
No. 26
8000
800
3432 (350)
No. 30
8500
1200
3432 (350)
Windshield Opening

Door Opening and Side Sill Areas

Front Pillar Upper Area (2-Door)

Front Pillar Upper Area (4-Door)