- Note the amount and location of the spot welds.
- Drill the spot welds from:
| 2.1. | The panel assembly rocker inner |
| 2.2. | The rail assembly panel compartment longitudinal |
| 2.3. | The panel assembly center pillar inner |
| 2.4. | The panel assembly rear compartment side |
| 2.5. | The rail roof inner side |
| 2.6. | The panel front body hinge pillar outer |
| 2.7. | Pull panel downward to remove. |
- Clean all of the weld seams with a wire brush, prime, and seal all repair
areas.
- Apply a permanent underbody sealant.
Important: Ensure that proper corrosion protection processes are used on all repair areas.
- Prime with a 2-part catalyzed primer.
- Apply sealers and corrosion protection materials according to the information
in the Body Paint section of this service manual or the paint manufacturer's recommendations.
- Clean the surface for welding and grind the primer off of the new part
at the connecting points. Apply 3M® Weld-Thru Coating P/N 05913, or equivalent,
to all areas to be welded.
- Measure and align the panel assembly rocker outer. Clamp into place.
Important: Section as required to repair local damage. Refer to
Space Frame Sectioning
.
- Use a MIG to plug the weld.
