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A-4
APPENDIX A - DAILY PASSENGER TRANSPORT D
AILY
Base - 02/2012 Printed 603.95.241
General rules for fixing the bodywork to the chassis
General rules for fixing the bodywork to the chassis
A.1.4 Storage
If the vehicle is to remain unused for a prolonged period of time, it is essential that it is protected in an effective manner, suitable
for the environmental characteristics of the area.
The Bodybuilder is particularly responsible for protecting the instrument panel, batteries, fuse box and relays, etc., the lifespan and
reliability of which must not be compromised.
A.1.5 Weights and weighing
The bodywork, position of the seats and the goods compartment must be designed without the total and individual axle
permitted loads being exceeded.
To take into account the manufacturing tolerances, data relating to the weights of the models: 40C, 50C and 65C have a tolerance
of ± 3%.
Therefore, prior to fitting, it is good practice to verify the vehicle weight (cab, van or chassis) and its distribution over the axles.
A.2 General rules for fixing the bodywork to the chassis
Particular attention should be paid to the joints between chassis components and the sides of the bodywork: since these joints
must guarantee perfect transmission of forces.
At the same time, the localised application of forces resulting in high pressures at the joints should be avoided.
The structure of the bodywork must be designed as a load-bearing unit together with the chassis; bending, torsional and thrust
stresses must be absorbed by the entire structure.
This is necessary due to the relative flexibility of the chassis. For further information, contact IVECO Quality Department.
Fittings may be fixed to bodywork by welding or using screws.
Mixed type joints are not recommended.
In any case, bodywork components must be fixed using sandwich plates.