Caution: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Caution in the Preface section.

1. Remove all related panels and components including the lower quarter filler. Refer to the following procedures:

•	Rear Pillar Sectioning

•	Quarter Panel Replacement

•	Quarter Panel Filler Replacement - Lower

2. Restore as much of the damage as possible to the factory specifications.
3. Note the location and remove the following materials, as necessary:

•	The sealers

•	The sound deadeners

•	The anti-corrosion materials





Important: Do not damage any of the inner panels or the reinforcements.

4. Locate, and drill out all of the factory welds. Note the number and location of the welds for the installation of the service part.



5. Remove the damaged wheel house.

Important: In any area with excessive damage, space the plug weld holes every 40 mm (1½ in) apart.

1. Drill 8 mm (0.3 in) plug weld holes in the service part as necessary in the locations noted from the original panel.



2. Prepare all of the attachment surfaces as necessary.
3. Apply 3M Weld-Thru Coating P/N 05916 or equivalent to all mating surfaces.
4. Position the wheelhouse.



5. Plug weld accordingly.



6. Clean and prepare all of the welded surfaces.

Important: Prior to refinishing, refer to publication GM 4901M-2001 GM Approved Refinish Materials for the recommended products. Do not combine the paint systems. Refer to the paint manufacturer's recommendations.

7. Apply the following products, as necessary:

•	The sound deadening materials

•	An approved anti-corrosion primer

•	The sealers and refinish as necessary

8. Install all of the related panels and components.