- Note the amount and location of the spot welds.
- Remove the sealer and drill spot welds from:
2.1. | The rail roof inner side |
2.2. | The panel center pillar inner upper |
2.3. | The panel back body inner upper |
2.4. | The panel back body inner lower |
2.5. | The panel center pillar inner |
2.6. | The panel assembly center pillar |
2.7. | The panel quarter inner lower front |
2.8. | The panel rear wheel housing assembly |
2.9. | The frame windshield side assembly |
2.10. | The panel quarter inner lower rear |
- 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
connecting points. Apply 3M® Weld-Thru Coating P/N 05913, or equivalent,
to all areas to be welded.
- Measure and align the rear side door ring assembly. Clamp into place.
- Use a MIG to plug the weld.