For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Remove all related panels and components.
- Repair as much of the damage as possible to factory specifications. Refer to Dimensions - Body .
- Note the location and remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .
- Locate and remove all factory welds attaching the battery tray to the frame rail. Note the number and location of the welds for installation of the new battery tray.
- Remove the damaged battery tray.
Caution: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Caution in the Preface section.
Important: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.
Installation Procedure
- Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary.
- Apply GM-approved Weld-Thru Coating or equivalent to all mating surfaces. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .
- Position the battery tray to the vehicle using 3-dimensional measuring equipment. Clamp the battery tray into place.
- Using a MIG welder, weld the battery tray to the vehicle, dupliating the factory welds.
- Clean and prepare all welded surfaces.
- Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .
- Paint the repair area. Refer to Paint Identification .
- Install all related panels and components.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
