Removal Procedure
The rear end panel is supplied as a complete assembly. Quarter panel
extensions attach to the outside corners of the rear end panel and must be
ordered separately. Service for all of these panels is performed at factory
seams.
- Remove all related panels and components.
- Visually inspect and restore as much of the damage as possible
to factory specifications.
- Remove the following as necessary:
• | Anti-corrosion materials |
- Locate, mark and drill out factory welds. Note the number of welds
for installation of the service panel.
- Remove the damaged panel.
Installation Procedure
- Prepare mating surfaces
and check for proper fit of the service panel.
- Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) plug weld holes on the new
panel as necessary in the locations noted from the original panel.
- Position the service panel.
- Check for proper fit. Use three-dimensional measuring equipment.
- Plug weld accordingly.
- Clean and prepare welded surfaces.
- Prime with two-part catalyzed primer.
- Apply sealers and anti-corrosion materials as necessary.
- Do not combine paint systems.
- Install all related panels and components.