Remove the damaged rocker outer panel.
10.
Installation Procedure
Cut the rocker outer panel in corresponding locations to fit the remaining original panel. The sectioning joint should be trimmed to
allow a gap of one-and-one-half-times the metal thickness at the sectioning joint.
1.
Create 50 mm (2 in) backing plates from the unused portion of the service part.
2.
Create 5 x 18 mm (4/16 x 11/16 in) slots for MIG-brazing along the sectioning cut on the remaining original part. Locate these slots
13 mm (1/2 in) from the edge of part and spaced 40 mm (1½ in) apart.
3.
Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary.
4.
Fit the backing plates halfway into the sectioning joints, clamp in place and braze to the vehicle.
5.
Align the rocker outer panel.
6.
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for spot welding.
7.
Note:
In MIG-brazing areas 50 mm (2 in) must be kept clear of structural adhesive.
Apply structural adhesive to the attaching surfaces.
8.
Position the rocker outer panel on the vehicle.
9.
Verify the fit of the rocker outer panel.
10.
Clamp the rocker outer panel into position.
11.
Collision Repair
BODY REPAIR
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