Land Rover Discovery: Front end Sheet Metal
Repairs Suspension
Top Mount (G1770868) -
Installation
Installation
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are installed with metal
inert gas (MIG) plug welds in the same quantities.
- Using the old suspension top mount for reference prepare the new
suspension top mount in the areas where it is not fully welded and
install the spot welds.
CAUTION:
This step requires the aid of another technician as the
suspension top mount is heavy.
- Offer up the new suspension top mount 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 installed with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs suspension top mount (G1770868) - Installation](images/books/227/index(7).27.jpg)
- Drill holes where the MIG plug welds are to be installed as
indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the drilled out spot welds are installed with
MIG plug welds in the same quantities.
![Front end sheet metal repairs suspension top mount (G1770868) - Installation](images/books/227/index(7).28.jpg)
- Drill holes where the MIG plug welds are to be installed as
indicated.
CAUTION:
This step requires the aid of another technician as the
suspension top mount is heavy.
- Remove the suspension top mount.
- Deburr the drilled holes.
- Clean and prepare the panel surfaces.
CAUTION:
This step requires the aid of another technician as the
suspension top mount is heavy.
- Offer up the new suspension top mount and clamp into position.
Check alignment if correct, proceed to next step, if not, rectify and
recheck before proceeding.
![Front end sheet metal repairs suspension top mount (G1770868) - Installation](images/books/227/index(7).29.jpg)
- Install the MIG plug welds as indicated.
![Front end sheet metal repairs suspension top mount (G1770868) - Installation](images/books/227/index(7).30.jpg)
- Install the MIG plug welds as indicated.
NOTE:
Make sure that the MIG plug welds are installed from the
inside of the vehicle.
![Front end sheet metal repairs suspension top mount (G1770868) - Installation](images/books/227/index(6).31.jpg)
- Install the MIG plug welds as indicated.
- Dress all welded joints.
NOTES:
- Left hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only. The components that are located/installed
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 suspension top mount (G1770868) - Installation](images/books/227/index(6).32.jpg)
- Prepare the new suspension top mount and install the weld studs in
their original locations.
NOTES:
- Right hand only.
- The measurements provided in the graphic are to be used
as a guide only. The components that are located/installed
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 suspension top mount (G1770868) - Installation](images/books/227/index(6).33.jpg)
- Prepare the new suspension top mount and install the weld studs in
their original locations.
- 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 and suspension top mount assembly is
installed in conjunction with:
Front bumper cover
Front bumper
Front bumper mounting
Hood
Hood latch panel
Radiator
Con
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.
Using the old fender apron panel reinfor
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REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Do not use tools during this operation, removal of the component(s)
must be carried out by hand.
NOTES:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
RH illustration shown, LH is similar.
Refer to: Loadspace Trim Panel (501-05, Removal and Installation).
It remains the driver's
responsibility to detect obstacles
and estimate the vehicle's
distance from them when
reversing.
Some overhanging objects or
barriers which could cause damage
to the vehicle, may not be detected
by the camera.
The camera must be kept clean and
free from debris or obstr