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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 1999 🢒 Grand Prix 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Rocker Panel Molding Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 320063 Size: SH
  1. Remove the rocker finish panel to fender screws.
  2. Remove the rocker finish panel to rear quarter screws.
  3. Use a heat gun 152 mm (6 in) from the surface in order to heat the molding.

    4. Apply the heat for approximately 30 seconds using a circular motion.


    Object Number: 320058 Size: SH

    Notice: When removing body panels, apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.

  4. Use a putty knife in order to peel the rocker finish panel from the panel surface.
  5. Remove the rocker finish panel from the panel.
  6. Remove the rocker finish panel support from the body nuts.
  7. Remove the rocker finish panel support.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 320058 Size: SH
  1. Install the rocker finish panel support.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the rocker finish panel support to the body nuts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the body nuts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

  3. Use Varnish Makers and Painters (VM&P) naptha in order to clean the body panel.
  4. Use a heat lamp or heat gun in order to warm the body panel to a minimum of 21 °C (70°F).

    5. Object Number: 320063 Size: SH
  5. Install the lower flange and tabs of the rocker finish panel into the channels of the rocker panel support.
  6. Peel the backing from the front and rear of the rocker finish panel.
  7. Push the molding inboard in order to fully seat the molding into the support and ensure a maximum bond of adhesive to the body.
  8. Install the rocker finish panel to the fender screws.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the fender screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  9. Install the rocker finish panel to the rear quarter panel screws

    10. Tighten
    Tighten the rear quarter panel screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).