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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 Rendezvous - FWD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Collision Repair 🢒 Rear Outer Wheelhouse Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 680977 Size: SH
  1. Remove all related panels and components.
  2. Restore as much of the damage as possible to factory specifications.
  3. Note the location and remove the following as necessary:
    4. • Anti-corrosion materials
    • Sound deadeners (1)
    • Sealers

    Object Number: 680979 Size: SH

    Important: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.

  4. Trim off the damaged rear rheelhouse to gain access to the spot welds.
  5. Locate and drill out all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the rear outer wheelhouse.

    6. Object Number: 680981 Size: SH
  6. Remove the damaged rear outer wheelhouse.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 680983 Size: SH

    Important: In any area damaged beyond recognition, space plug weld holes every 40 mm (1 ½ in) apart.

  1. Drill 8 mm (5/16) in plug weld holes as necessary in locations noted from the original rear outer wheelhouse.
  2. Prepare all attachment surfaces as necessary.
  3. Apply weld-thru primer to all bare-metal surfaces.

    4. Object Number: 680987 Size: SH
  4. Position the rear outer wheelhouse.
  5. Plug weld accordingly.

    6. Object Number: 680992 Size: SH

    Important: Prior to refinishing, refer to publication GM 4901M-D-2000 GM Approved Refinish Materials for recommended products. Do not combine paint systems. Refer to paint manufacturer's recommendations.

  6. Clean and prepare all welded surfaces.
  7. Apply the following as necessary:
    8. • Anti-corrosion materials
    • Sound deadeners (1)
    • Sealers
  8. Install all related panels and components.