- Remove the sealer.
- Remove the seat and carpet insulator pad.
- Drill spot welds from:
| 3.1. | The front end crossmember |
| 3.2. | The front end assembly - complete |
| 3.3. | The extension wheelhouse engine compartment side |
| 3.4. | The cap assembly-front shock tower and wheelhouse |
| 3.5. | The panel assembly torque box lower and upper |
| 3.6. | The longitudinal rail at floor pan |
- 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 rail assembly engine compartment side. Clamp into
place.
- Use a MIG to plug the weld.
