Land Rover Discovery: Front end Sheet Metal
Repairs Front
Side Member and
Suspension Top
Mount
Assembly (G1770869) - Installation
Installation
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with MIG plug
welds in the same quantities.
- Dress the flanges where necessary.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).41.jpg)
- Using the old fender apron panel reinforcement as a guide measure
and cut the new fender apron panel reinforcement that is attached
to the new front side member and suspension top mount assembly
as indicated.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).42.jpg)
- Remove the spot welds and detach the rear section of the fender
apron panel reinforcement from the new front side member and
suspension top mount as indicated.
NOTE:
This step will require the aid of another person as the panel
will be heavy.
- Offer up the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and the new front side member and clamp into position.
Check alignment if correct proceed to next step, if not, rectify and
recheck before proceeding.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).43.jpg)
- Using the old panels as a guide mark and drill the new panels
where the MIG plug welds are to be installed as indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).44.jpg)
- Using the old panels as a guide mark and drill the new panels
where the MIG plug welds are to be installed as indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).45.jpg)
- Using the old panels as a guide mark and drill the new panels
where the MIG plug welds are to be installed as indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).46.jpg)
- Using the old panels as a guide mark and drill the new panels
where the MIG plug welds are to be installed as indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).47.jpg)
- Using the old panels as a guide mark and drill the new panels
where the MIG plug welds are to be installed as indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).48.jpg)
- Using the old panels as a guide mark and drill the new panels
where the MIG plug welds are to be installed as indicated.
NOTE:
This step will require the aid of another person as the panel
will be heavy.
- Remove the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and the new front side member.
- Deburr the drilled holes.
- Clean and prepare the panel surfaces.
NOTE:
This step will require the aid of another person as the panel
will be heavy.
- Offer up the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and the new front side member and clamp into position.
Check alignment if correct proceed to next step, if not, rectify and
recheck before proceeding.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).49.jpg)
- Install the spot and MIG plug welds as indicated.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).50.jpg)
- Tack MIG weld the fender apron panel reinforcement butt joint as
indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).51.jpg)
- Install the MIG plug welds as indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).52.jpg)
- Install the MIG plug welds as indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).53.jpg)
- Install the MIG plug welds as indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).54.jpg)
- Install the MIG plug welds as indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are replaced with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).55.jpg)
- Install the MIG plug welds as indicated.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).56.jpg)
- Install the A-pillar tube as indicated.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).57.jpg)
- MIG weld the fender apron panel reinforcement butt joint as
indicated.
NOTES:
- Right hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only, the components that are located/fixed to
these weld studs must be offered up and cross checked for
alignment prior to the installation of the weld studs to the
new panel.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(5).58.jpg)
- Prepare the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and install the weld studs in their original locations as
indicated.
NOTES:
- Right hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only, the components that are located/fixed to
these weld studs must be offered up and cross checked for
alignment prior to the installation of the weld studs to the
new panel.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(4).59.jpg)
- Prepare the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and install the weld studs in their original locations as
indicated.
NOTES:
- Right hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only, the components that are located/fixed to
these weld studs must be offered up and cross checked for
alignment prior to the installation of the weld studs to the
new panel.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(4).60.jpg)
- Prepare the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and install the weld studs in their original locations as
indicated.
NOTES:
- Right hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only, the components that are located/fixed to
these weld studs must be offered up and cross checked for
alignment prior to the installation of the weld studs to the
new panel.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(4).61.jpg)
- Prepare the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and install the weld studs in their original locations as
indicated.
NOTES:
- Right hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only, the components that are located/fixed to
these weld studs must be offered up and cross checked for
alignment prior to the installation of the weld studs to the
new panel.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(4).62.jpg)
- Prepare the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and install the weld studs in their original locations as
indicated.
NOTES:
- Left hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only, the components that are located/fixed to
these weld studs must be offered up and cross checked for
alignment prior to the installation of the weld studs to the
new panel.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(4).63.jpg)
- Prepare the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and install the weld studs in their original locations as
indicated.
NOTES:
- Left hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only, the components that are located/fixed to
these weld studs must be offered up and cross checked for
alignment prior to the installation of the weld studs to the
new panel.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(4).64.jpg)
- Prepare the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and install the weld studs in their original locations as
indicated.
NOTES:
- Left hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only, the components that are located/fixed to
these weld studs must be offered up and cross checked for
alignment prior to the installation of the weld studs to the
new panel.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(4).65.jpg)
- Prepare the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and install the weld studs in their original locations as
indicated.
NOTES:
- Left hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only, the components that are located/fixed to
these weld studs must be offered up and cross checked for
alignment prior to the installation of the weld studs to the
new panel.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(4).66.jpg)
- Prepare the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and install the weld studs in their original locations as
indicated.
NOTES:
- Left hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only, the components that are located/fixed to
these weld studs must be offered up and cross checked for
alignment prior to the installation of the weld studs to the
new panel.
![Front end sheet metal repairs front side member and suspension top mount assembly (G1770869) - Installation](images/books/227/index(4).67.jpg)
- Prepare the new front side member and suspension top mount
assembly and install the weld studs in their original locations as
indicated.
- Dress the butt welds.
- Make sure that any open or exposed panel joints are sealed with a
Land Rover recommended sealer.
- Make sure corrosion protection is applied to all areas affected by
repair.
- The installation of associated panels and components is the reversal
of removal procedure.
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REMOVAL
NOTE:
The front side member is installed in conjunction with:
Front bumper
Front bumper mounting
Hood
Hood latch panel
Radiator
Condenser
Front fender
Fender splash shield
Fender apr
REMOVAL
NOTE:
The front fender mounting panel is installed in conjunction with:
Front fender
Front door
The front fender mounting panel is serviced as indicated.
Before commencing this proced
REMOVAL
NOTE:
The front bumper mounting is installed in conjunction with:
Front bumper cover
Front bumper
Hood latch panel
Radiator
Windshield washer reservoir
The front bumper mounting is
SEE MORE:
Before raising the vehicle or changing a
wheel, make sure that you read and
comply with the following warnings:
Always find a safe place to stop;
off the highway and away from
traffic.
Do not jack the vehicle if it is over
a metal grating or manhole cover.
Make sure the vehicle is on firm,
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Never leave the trailer hitch loose
in the vehicle. It could become a
projectile in the event of an
accident, or during heavy braking.
Consult a Retailer/Authorised Repairer for
the latest information.
5 seat vehicles and 7 seat vehicles
without a spare wheel
When selecting a trailer hitch, the
fo