Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
If the location of the original plug weld holes can not be determined, space the plug weld holes every 40 mm (1 1/2 in) apart.
Some panels may have structural weld-thru adhesive. Replace the weld-thru adhesive with an additional spot weld between each factory spot weld.
Some panels may have structural weld-thru adhesive. Replace the weld-thru adhesive with an additional spot weld between each factory spot weld.
- Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) plug weld holes in the service part as necessary in the locations noted from the original panel.
- Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary.
- Apply GM-approved Weld-Thru Coating or equivalent to all mating surfaces. Refer to ANTI-CORROSION TREATMENT AND REPAIR .
- Position the rear rail lower to the vehicle using 3-dimensional measuring equipment. Clamp the rear rail lower into place.
- Plug weld accordingly.
- Position the outer rail reinforcements, #4 bar, and floor reinforcements using 3-dimensional measuring equipment. Clamp the components into place.
- Plug weld accordingly.
- Clean and prepare all welded surfaces.
- Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to ANTI-CORROSION TREATMENT AND REPAIR .
- Paint the repair area. Refer to BASECOAT/CLEARCOAT PAINT SYSTEMS .
- Install all related panels and components.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION AND CONNECTION .
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR DISABLING AND ENABLING .