Body — general information COLT / LANCER have a load-bearing body. The bottom, sides, roof and rear fenders are welded together. Both the windshield and the rear window, as well as the fixed glass...
COLT/LANCER Body Options COLT releases from 1.84 to 8.88 LANCER release from 9.84 to 8.88 COLT releases from 9.88 to 3.92 LANCER release from 9.88 to 8.92 (as well as a hatchback)
Removal and installation of a forward bumper COLT/LANCER release before 8.88 Removing Remove the front turn signals see point 24.2 . Loosen bumper mounting bolts arranged according to bumper variant -arrows-. If...
Removal and installation of a back bumper COLT/LANCER release before 8.88 Removing LANCER: Remove the mounting bolts and clips of the bumper extension and pull the extension forward towards the front of the...
Removal and installation of a radiator grille Removing Open the hood of the engine compartment. COLT/LANCER up to 8.88: Loosen the 3 bolts on the top of the grille and remove the grille. COLT/LANCER from 9.88...
Removal and installation of a lateral molding Removing Side protective molding fastened with clips. You can use a wide spatula or screwdriver to release the clamps. Attention: For COLT/LANCER from 9.88 the molding...
Removal and installation of front fenders COLT/LANCER release since 9.88 Removing Mark the position of the rim on the wheel hub with paint. This ensures that the balanced wheel is reinstalled in its original...
Removal and installation / adjustment of doors Removing Disconnect electrical connectors, e.g. power window motor, electrically controlled outside mirror, central locking device. To do this, remove the door trim see...
Removal and installation of a covering of a door Attention: Describes the removal of the front door trim. For the back door, work in the same way. Removing Disconnect the parts in numerical order. With some equipment...
Removal and installation of the door handle / door lock From the door lock, 3 rods go to the inner and outer door handles, as well as to the button of the central locking device. Removing Remove door window glass. Central...
Car coloring Straightening and painting work with a body requires experience and knowledge of materials and processing methods. This is usually achieved only over many years of...
Elimination of damage from stone strikes Regular repair of minor damage to the paint pays off, as this can avoid the spread of rust and larger repairs. With small scratches and traces of stones that affected...
Body straightening / repair of rusty holes Small dents can be removed with a straightening hammer and a suitable hand anvil for rust holes on the body, it is recommended, depending on the size of the damage,...
Preparing for painting Wash the car before painting to avoid dirt inclusions. Work only at temperatures above 12°C, but not in the open sun and not in strong winds. Rust removal Paste the...
Coloring To avoid problems during painting, apply before painting "Primer" from the same manufacturer as the spray paint. Otherwise, the paint will bubble and wrinkle. Warning:...