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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2007 🢒 Rendezvous - FWD 🢒 Body Repair 🢒 Collision Repair 🢒 Rear End Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 687117 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
    • Sealers

    Object Number: 687119 Size: SH

    Important: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.

  4. Locate and drill out all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the rear body opening right and left lower reinforcements, gaining access to the rear floor panel.

    5. Object Number: 687121 Size: SH
  5. Remove the rear end panel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 687125 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 in the service part as necessary in locations noted from the original panel
  2. Prepare all attachment surfaces as necessary.
  3. Apply weld-thru primer to all bare-metal surfaces.

    4. Object Number: 687127 Size: SH
  4. Position the rear end panel.

    5. Object Number: 687131 Size: SH
  5. Plug weld accordingly.

    6. Object Number: 687133 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
    • Sealers
  8. Install all related panels and components.