CHASSIS MODIFICATIONS 2-7 E URO C ARGO E URO 4 - 5 General instructions for chassis modifications 2.1 General instructions for chassis modifications Particular attention must be given to the following points: - Welding to the bearing structures of the chassis is explicitly prohibited (with the exception of the items described at points 2.7, 2.8 and 2.9); - Holes in the flanges of the side members are not permitted (except forthe itemsdescribed at point 3.4.); - Where riveted connections exist and can be modified as explained below, these can be replaced by flanged-head screws and nuts of min. class 8.8 or by hex screws of the next greater diameter and self locking nuts.
Screws greater than M14 must not be used (max. diameter of hole 15 mm) unless otherwise specified. - In cases where the original joints were detached and rejoined with bolts it is forbidden to reuse the same bolts. In this event and when rivets are replaced with bolts, the bolt torque must be checked after the vehicle has been driven approximately 500 - 1.000 kms.
- when carrying out welding, drilling, milling or cutting operations in the vicinity of the braking system pipes, particularly those made of plastic, and electric cables , always take the necessary precautions to protect the pipes and cables, if necessary removing them first (following the indications given in points 2.7, 2.19 and 2.21). Figure 2.1 91444 General instructions for chassis modifications Print 603.93.431 Base - July 2006 Revi - June 2007