Land Rover Discovery: Body Repairs - Corrosion
Protection
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Galvanic corrosion is the cross-contamination of dissimilar metals, in this
case aluminium and steel. Avoidance of galvanic corrosion is an important
issue to be considered in the repair of aluminium
The procedure to follow when partially renewing components is the same as
described in the section "Welded Components".
The main difference when components are partially, rather than completely
renew
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of these products for a superseded equivalent.
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Pinpoint tests
NOTE:
The steering wheel heater will not operate if the engine is not
running.
NOTES:
An infra-red thermometer is used during this test.
The steering wheel temperature should have increased by
approximately 10ºC after 5 minutes.
Do not measure the steering wheel temperature at t
Installation
Torque: 24 Nm
NOTES:
Do not tighten at this stage.
This step requires the aid of another technician.
CAUTION:
The component must be aligned with the installation
markings.
NOTES:
Make sure that new bolts are installed.
Tighten the retaining bolts working diagonally.
Renew