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Replace a Spare part Wheel arch liner – a defective one or if the limit of use has been already reached. Find out useful information about Wheel arch liner
Faults of wheel arches
deformation of the part;
metal fatigue;
corrosion and oxidation of metals;
damage to lockers and their fasteners;
faulty side members;
mechanical damage (cracks or holes).
Symptoms of wheel arches faults
worn surface appearance of the wheel arch;
knocking underneath the vehicle while driving;
wheels knocking or creaking when cornering;
increased noise level of the wheels during driving.
Causes of wheel arches faults
long-term impact of moisture or chemical substances ingress;
improper lockers securing and fasteners looseness;
use of the wheel arches, which do not correspond to the specific vehicle model;
accidents and strikes by hard objects while driving;
improper installation and fastening of the wheel;
lack of timely cleaning and care of the wheel arches.
Diagnostics
To check the wheel arches condition you must remove the wheel and inspect it. In the presence of corrosion or evident damage traces, it is necessary to carry out repair works.
For the analysis of the wheel arch inside it needs dismantling. It is necessary to disconnect the wheel arch from the side member and remove the body mountings.
The wheel arches service life is unlimited. With proper care, they can efficiently serve throughout the vehicle life.
Repair and replacement of the wheel arches
Repairs of the wheel arches can be divided into 2 groups: the enforcement of structures and elimination of defects.
For the wheel arches to serve as long as possible, you need to cover the parts surface with anticorrosion and antigravel protection. You can also weld reinforcement plates and lockers if you notice minor damages.
When replacing the wheels, which exceed the standard size, you need to install special wheel arch extenders. With their help, the wheel will get a sufficient angle of rotation without contact with the wheel arch surface.
Small holes and cracks can be patched using a welding metal patches and special adhesives.
If the working wheel arches do not suppress the noise, They should be treated with bitumen and noise insulation materials. Processing is multi-layered, so it can only be performed at service stations.
Replacing the wheel arches is carried out only in case of serious mechanical damage that result from an accident. Also, they need to be changed at a high degree of corrosion processes that occur during long-term car standing outside.
