Iveco DAILY M.Y. 2012, Body Builder Instructions

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CHASSIS MODIFICATIONS
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Printed 603.95.241 Base — 02/2012
General standards regarding changes to the chassis
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General standards regarding changes to the chassis
2.1 General standards regarding changes to the chassis
Keep the following in mind:
- welding is absolutely prohibited on the load bearing structures of the chassis (with the exception of what is specified in
paragraphs 2.2.3, 2.4, and 2.5);
- drilling is not permitted on the side member wings (with the exception of what is specified in paragraphs 2.2.3, 3.1.1 and 3.14.3);
- if it is permitted to make changes to the connections implemented with rivets, they may be replaced with flanged head screws
and nuts or with class 8.8 hexagonal head screws with the next highest diameter and nuts with loosening prevention systems.
Screws larger than M12 must not be used (maximum hole diameter 13 mm), unless otherwise specified;
- if connections are restored that use screws, it is mandatory to check the suitability of the screws before reusing them and to
tighten them to a suitable torque;
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If safety components are reassembled, it is prohibited to reuse already used screws and it is mandatory
to tighten to the specifically specified torque (contact the Service Network for information about the
value).
- if safety components are reassembled and when rivets are replaced with screws, the closure of the connection must be rechecked
after driving approx. 500 - 1000 km.
2.1.1 Particular precautions
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During welding, drilling, grinding and cutting operations near brake pipes or electric cables, take
suitable precautions to protect them, disassembling them if necessary (follow the instructions
provided in chapters 2.15 and 5.4).
Figure 2.1
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