- Note the amount and location of the spot welds.
- Remove the doors, trim, seat belts, and wiring from the center pillar.
- Remove the sealer and drill spot welds from:
| 3.1. | The inner and outer rocker panel |
| 3.2. | The rear side door ring outer panel |
| 3.3. | The roof inner side panel |
- Clean all of the weld seams with a wire brush, prime, and seal all of
the 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
connecting points. Apply 3M® Weld-Thru Coating P/N 05913, or equivalent,
to all of the areas to be welded.
- Measure and align the center pillar inner panel. Clamp into place.
- Use a MIG to plug the weld.
