NISSAN VERSA 2006 Workshop Service Repair Manual

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Measurement
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Handling Precautions for PlasticsEIS009AL
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR PLASTICS
1. When repairing and painting a portion of the body adjacent to plastic parts, consider their characteristics
(influence of heat and solvent) and remove them if necessary or take suitable measures to protect them.
2. Plastic parts should be repaired and painted using methods suiting the materials
, characteristics.
Abbre-
viationMaterial nameHeat resisting
temperature
°C (°F)Resistance to gasoline and
solventsOther cautions
PE Polyethylene 60 (140)Gasoline and most solvents are
harmless if applied for a very
short time (wipe up quickly).Flammable
PVC Polyvinyl Chloride 80 (176) Same as above.Poison gas is emitted
when burned.
EPM/
EPDMEthylene Propylene (Diene) rub-
ber80 (176) Same as above. Flammable
TPO/
TPRThermoplastic Olefine/
Thermoplastic Rubber80 (176) Same as above. Flammable
PP Polypropylene 90 (194) Same as above.Flammable, avoid bat-
tery acid.
UP Polyester thermoset 90 (194) Same as above. Flammable
PS Polystyrene 80 (176) Avoid solvents. Flammable
ABSAcrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
resin80 (176) Avoid gasoline and solvents.
AES Acrylonitrile Ethylene Styrene 80 (176) Same as above.
PMMA Polymethyl Methacrylate 85 (185) Same as above.
AAS Acrylonitrile Acrylic Styrene 85 (185) Same as above.
AS Acrylonitrile Styrene 85 (185) Same as above.
EVA Polyvinyl Ethyl Acetate 90 (194) Same as above.
ASA Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate 100 (222) Same as above. Flammable
PPO/
PPEPolyphenylene Oxide/
Polyphenylene Ether110 (230) Same as above.
PC Polycarbonate 120 (248) Same as above.
PAR Polyacrylate 180 (356) Same as above.
L-
LDPELenear Low Density PE 45 (100)Gasoline and most solvents are
harmless.Flammable
PUR Polyurethane 90 (194) Same as above.
TPU Thermoplastic Urethane 110 (230) Same as above.
PPC Polypropylene Composite 115 (239) Same as above. Flammable
POM Polyacetal 120 (248) Same as above. Avoid battery acid.
PBT+P
CPolybutylene Terephtha-
late+Polycarbonate120 (248) Same as above. Flammable
PA Polyamide (Nylon) 140 (284) Same as above.Avoid immersing in wa-
ter.
PBT Polybutylene Terephthalate 140 (284) Same as above.
FRP Fiber Reinforced Plastics 170 (338) Same as above. Avoid battery acid.
PET Polyethylene Terephthalate 180 (356) Same as above.
PEI Polyetherimide 200 (392) Same as above.

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LOCATION OF PLASTIC PARTS
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Precautions in Repairing High Strength SteelEIS0 09 C0
High strength steel is used for body panels in order to reduce vehicle weight.
Accordingly, precautions in repairing automotive bodies made of high strength steel are described below:
HIGH STRENGTH STEEL (HSS) USED IN NISSAN VEHICLES
SP130 is the most commonly used HSS.
SP150 HSS is used only on parts that require much more strength.Tensile strength Nissan/Infiniti designation Major applicable parts
373 N/mm
2
(38kg/mm2 ,54klb/sq in)SP130

Front & rear side member assembly

Front side member closing plate assembly

Front strut housing

Lower dash

Rear seat crossmember

Other reinforcements
785-1350 N/mm
2
(80-138kg/mm2 , 114-196klb/sq in)SP150

Center pillar reinforcement
(Component part)

Outer roof side rail reinforcement
(Component part)

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Read the Following Precautions When Repairing HSS:
1. Additional points to consider

The repair of reinforcements (such as side members) by heat-
ing is not recommended since it may weaken the component.
When heating is unavoidable, do not heat HSS parts above
550°C (1,022°F).
Verify heating temperature with a thermometer.
(Crayon-type and other similar type thermometer are appro-
priate.)

When straightening body panels, use caution in pulling any
HSS panel. Because HSS is very strong, pulling may cause
deformation in adjacent portions of the body. In this case,
increase the number of measuring points, and carefully pull
the HSS panel.

When cutting HSS panels, avoid gas (torch) cutting if possi-
ble. Instead, use a saw to avoid weakening surrounding areas
due to heat. If gas (torch) cutting is unavoidable, allow a mini-
mum margin of 50 mm (1.97in).

When welding HSS panels, use spot welding whenever possi-
ble in order to minimize weakening surrounding areas due to
heat.
If spot welding is impossible, use M.I.G. welding. Do not use
gas (torch) welding because it is inferior in welding strength.
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The spot weld on HSS panels is harder than that of an ordi-
nary steel panel.
Therefore, when cutting spot welds on a HSS panel, use a
low speed high torque drill (1,000 to 1,200 rpm) to increase
drill bit durability and facilitate the operation.
2. Precautions in spot welding HSS
This work should be performed under standard working condi-
tions. Always note the following when spot welding HSS:

The electrode tip diameter must be sized properly according
to the metal thickness.

The panel surfaces must fit flush to each other, leaving no
gaps.

Follow the specifications for the proper welding pitch.
Unit: mm
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Thickness (t)
Minimum pitch ( )
0.6 (0.024)
0.8 (0.031)
1.0 (0.039)
1.2 (0.047)
1.6 (0.063)
1.8 (0.071)10 (0.39) or over
12 (0.47) or over
18 (0.71) or over
20 (0.79) or over
27 (1.06) or over
31 (1.22) or over
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Rear fender hemming process
1. A wheel arch is to be installed and hemmed over left and right outer wheel house.
2. In order to hem the wheel arch, it is necessary to repair any damaged or defaced parts around outer
wheel house.
CAUTION:
Ensure that the area that is to be glued around outer wheelhouse is undamaged or defaced.
Procedure of the hemming process

Peel off old bonding material on the surface of outer wheelhouse
and clean thoroughly.

Peel off a primer coat in the specified area where new adhesive
is to be applied on rear fender (the replacing part).

Apply new adhesive to both specified areas of outer wheelhouse
and rear fender.

Attach rear fender to the body of the car, and weld the required
part except the hemming part.

Bend the welded part starting from the center of the wheel arch
gradually with a hammer and a dolly. (Also hem the end of the
flange.)

Hemming with a hammer is conducted to an approximate angle
of 80 degrees.

Starting from the center, hem the wheel arch gradually, using
slight back and forth motion with a hemming tool.

Seal up the area around the hemmed end of the flange. 3M automix panel bond 8115,
or any equivalents
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