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Sectioning Locations

The door frame opening is a unique laser-weld design incorporating multiple metal thicknesses to ensure the structural integrity of the cab. The door frame can be replaced at factory seams, but requires the removal of the roof panel, windshield and quarter panel. Sectioning procedures have been developend as a more cost-effective alternative to complete replacement. The specific area to be sectioned is determined by the extent of the damage to the vehicle. Each can be sectioned according to the specific procedure for each side frame.

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Object Number: 671707  Size: SH

Important: Section in specified areas only. Sectioning outside of these areas may compromise the structural integrity of the vehicle.

Important: Do not section in laser weld (1) areas of door frame sections.

  • The Suburban/Yukon XL/Avalache/Crew Cab Pick-up have identical passenger and driver side door frames. Refer to the following procedures for specific instructions:
  •    -  Rocker Panel Sectioning
       -  Front Hinge Pillar Sectioning
       -  Center Pillar Sectioning
       -  Rear Pillar Sectioning
       -  Outer Door Frame Sectioning - Windshield Pillar
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    Object Number: 671693  Size: SH

    Important: Do not section in laser weld (1) areas of door frame sections.

  • The Tahoe/Yukon/Denali/Escalade have identical passenger and driver side door frames. Refer to the following procedures for specific instructions:
  •    -  Rocker Panel Sectioning
       -  Front Hinge Pillar Sectioning
       -  Center Pillar Sectioning
       -  Rear Pillar Sectioning
       -  Outer Door Frame Sectioning - Windshield Pillar
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    Object Number: 671675  Size: SH

    Important: Do not section in laser weld (1) areas of door frame sections.

  • The extended cab pick-up has identical passenger and driver side door frames. Refer to the following procedures for specific instructions:
  •    -  Rocker Panel Sectioning
       -  Front Hinge Pillar Sectioning
       -  Center Pillar Sectioning
       -  Rear Pillar Sectioning
       -  Outer Door Frame Sectioning - Windshield Pillar
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    Object Number: 671664  Size: SH

    Important: Do not section in laser weld (1) areas of door frame sections.

  • The regular pick-up has identical passenger and driver side door frames. Refer to the following procedures for specific instructions. Refer to:
  •    -  Rocker Panel Sectioning
       -  Front Hinge Pillar Sectioning
       -  Rear Pillar Sectioning
       -  Outer Door Frame Sectioning - Windshield Pillar