For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
- Remove all related panels and components.
- Repair as much of the damaged area as possible. Refer to Dimensions - Body .
- Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair in Paint and Coatings.
- Locate and drill out all the necessary factory welds.
- Remove the damaged front pillar.
Caution: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Caution in the Preface section.
Important: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.
Important: Note the number and location of the factory welds for installation of the center pillar reinforcement.
Installation Procedure
- Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) plug weld holes in the service reinforcement as necessary in the corresponding locations noted on the original panel.
- Prepare all mating surfaces for welding as necessary.
- Apply 3M® Weld-Thru Coating P/N 05916 or equivalent to all mating surfaces.
- Position the service part on the vehicle using 3-dimensional measuring equipment. Clamp the part in place.
- Plug weld accordingly.
- Clean and prepare all of the welded surfaces.
- Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair in Paint and Coatings.
- Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems in Paint and Coatings.
- Install all of the related panels and components.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.
Important: If the location of the original plug weld holes can not be determined, space the plug weld holes every 40 mm (1½ in) apart.
