Body Measurements
Before removal or rough?cutting, first measure the body at and around the damaged area against the standard reference dimension specifications. If there is deformation, use frame repair equipment to make a rough correction.

Prevention of Body Deformation
Use a clamp or a jack for removal and reinforce at and around the rough?cutting location to prevent deforming of the body.

Selection of Cut?and?join Locations
For parts where complete replacement is not feasible, careful cutting and joining operations should be followed. If the location to be cut is a flat area where there is no reinforcement, the selected cutting location should be where the welding distortion will be minimal.

Removal of Associated Parts
Protect moldings, garnishes, and ornaments with tape when removing associated parts.
Rough Cutting of Damaged Panel
Verify that there are no parts (such as pipes, hoses, and wiring harness) nearby or on the opposite side of a panel which could be damaged by heat.
For cut?and?join areas, allow for an overlap of 30—50 mm {1.2—1.9 in} and then rough?cut the damaged panel.

Efficient Installation Of Body Panels
Energy Absorbing Form Removal/InstallationSas Control Module Removal/Installation [Standard Deployment Control System]
WARNING:
Handling the SAS control module or air bag module improperly can accidentally
deploy the air bag modules and pre-tensioner seat belts, which may seriously
injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling
the air bag module..
If the c ...
Jacking Positions, Vehicle Lift (2 Supports) And Safety Stand (Rigid Rack) Positions
Jacking Positions
WARNING:
Improperly jacking a vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack
and cause serious injury. Use only the correct front and rear jacking points
and block the wheels.
CAUTION:
Use safety stands to support the vehicle after it has been ...
Front Map Light
Purpose
The front map lights shine light at the front of the vehicle interior.
Function
The front map lights illuminate when the map light switch is turned on.
Illuminates according to the lock condition of the driver's door and open/close
conditions of the doors u ...