Dodge Nitro. Manual - part 380

 

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Dodge Nitro. Manual - part 380

 

 

Fig. 12: Installing Screws 
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15. Install screws to hold the patch to support squares. Tighten screws until patch surface is flush with panel 

surface.  

16. Allow adhesive to cure, and remove all screws. 

1 - PATCH
2 - GAP

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT Body - Nitro

  

Fig. 13: Grinding Surface 
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17. Using a 125 mm (5 in.) 24 grit disc grinder, grind a 50 mm (2 in.) to 75 mm (3 in.) wide and 2 mm (0.080 

in.) deep path across the gaps around the patch. With compressed air, blow dust from around patch. 

1 - PATCH
2 - GAP
3 - DISC GRINDER

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT Body - Nitro

  

Fig. 14: Covering Gaps With Mesh 
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18. Apply adhesive backed nylon mesh (dry wall tape) over gaps around patch.  

19. Mix enough adhesive to cover the entire patch area. 

1 - GROUND DOWN AREA
2 - PATCH
3 - MESH

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT Body - Nitro

  

Fig. 15: Covering Mesh With Adhesive 
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20. Apply adhesive over the mesh around patch, and smooth epoxy with a wide spreader to reduce finish 

grinding. Use two to three layers of mesh and adhesive to create a stronger repair.  

PATCHED PANEL SURFACING 

After patch panel is installed, the patch area can be finished using the same methods as finishing other types of 
body panels. If mesh material is exposed in the patched area, grind surface down, and apply a coat of high 
quality rigid plastic body filler. Prime, block sand, and paint as required.

1 - ADHESIVE
2 - MESH
3 - PATCH
4 - SPREADER

 

2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 

2007 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT Body - Nitro

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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