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1997/98 Chevrolet Corvette
Collision Repair
XMBR
BOLT
XMBR
BOLT
BON
D
B
OND
BOND
BOND
SEC
T
ION
LINE
BOND
BOND
BOND
BOND
BO
N
D
BO
N
D
SECTION LINE
SECTION LINE
SEC
T
ION
LINE
BOND
BOND
SECTION LINE
SECTION LINE
Fig.␣ 3.58 — Top View of Rear Compartment Panel Section Lines Etched in All Parts
3
Identify the
SECTION LINE etched in the
floor of the rear compartment panel
(Fig.␣ 3.58). NOTE: The etched line is in the
floor only, the line must be continued straight
up both side-walls of the tub to complete the
cuts.
(Scuff area with fine sandpaper to
highlight the line if necessary.)
4
Remove or reposition components on the
bottom side of the tub to avoid damage
where sectioning procedures are being
performed.
Notice: Take care not to damage the
frame rails when sectioning the rear
compartment panel.
5
Cut along the
SECTION LINE and remove the
damaged panel.
— INSTALL OR CONNECT —
1
Remove all remaining adhesive, and scuff all
bonding surfaces to ensure proper adhesion.
(Refer to SMC Repair Procedures.)
2
Clean and prepare all bonding surfaces as
necessary.
(Refer to SMC Repair Procedures.)
Important: Prior to refinishing, refer to
GM P/N 4901 Refinish Manual for
recommended products.
3
Apply approved anti-corrosion primer.
Notice: DO NOT top-coat any bonding
surface.
4
Cut the replacement rear compartment panel
along the
SECTION LINE to create service
part (Fig.␣ 3.58).
5
Create 50mm (2 inch) wide backing plates to
be installed along the bottom side of the
section joint.
(Refer to SMC Repair
Procedures.)
Rear Compartment Panel