The inner and the outer door panels on the new Camaro/Firebird are composed of sheet molded compound (SMC). Repair of the door assembly can be performed using conventional procedures.

The Door outer panels (skins) are serviced separately for convenience. When a door outer panel requires replacement, remove it from the vehicle and place it on a suitable surface, the door outer panel facing up, being careful not to damage the door assembly.

1. Using the Chicago Pneumatic Pneu-knife CP 838 or equivalent, cut an access hole into the bottom of the door panel. Cut through the outer panel, being careful not to cut into the inner panel.




Important: Do not heat the door inner panel more than necessary as this will soften the panel and cause damage.

2. Using a heat gun, apply the heat to the door outer panel while prying with a putty knife. When the adhesive reaches approximately 204°C (400°F), the bond will begin to break.



3. Continue applying heat and prying with the putty knife until the entire panel is removed.
4. After the door panel has been removed, clean off any excess adhesive left on the inner panel.

Important: GM Goodwrench® Structural Bonding Epoxy P/N 12345726 material is recommended.

1. Check the fit of the new outer panel. Apply adhesive to the door inner panel.

Important: To avoid unnecessary work, be sure the clamps do not distort the outer door panel.

2. Set the outer panel in place and clamp until the adhesive is cured.
3. Clean up excess adhesive.
4. Reinstall door to vehicle.