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Tail Lamp Pocket Replacement 69 NB

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the body side outer panel. Refer to Body Side Outer Panel Replacement.

  2. Object Number: 2020466  Size: SH

    Note: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.

  3. Cut out the tail lamp pocket roughly.
  4. Note: Note the number and location of the welds for installations of the service part.

  5. Locate and drill out all of the necessary factory welds.
  6. Remove the damaged tail lamp pocket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 2020467  Size: SH
  1. Prepare new tail lamp pocket in the area (1).
  2. 3x slots 8x24 mm (0.3x0.9 in).


    Object Number: 2020468  Size: SH
  3. Prepare all attachment surfaces as necessary.
  4. Apply bodywork repair through structural adhesive to body. Refer to Structural Adhesive Body Repairs.

  5. Object Number: 2020469  Size: SH
  6. Position the tail lamp pocket.

  7. Object Number: 2020470  Size: SH

    Note: Refer to Welded, Brazed, and Riveted Joint Specifications.

  8. Spot weld the tail lamp pocket accordingly.
  9. MIG-braze the tail lamp pocket.
  10. Grind MIG-brazed seams.
  11. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
  12. Install the body side outer panel. Refer to Body Side Outer Panel Replacement.