10.
Remove the damaged hinge pillar.
11.
Note the location of the adhesive and remove all remaining loose adhesive.
Installation Procedure
1.
Before applying the adhesive, dry fit the hinge pillar for proper fit and alignment.
Note:
Use primer only on bonding surfaces. Do NOT top coat any bonding surfaces. Refer to the adhesive manufacture's recommendation.
2.
Clean and prepare all bonding mating surfaces according to the adhesive manufacturer's recommendations.
3.
Apply a consistent bead of structural adhesive 10
mm (3/8
in) in diameter to mate with the bonding surfaces. Refer to
Sheet Molded Compound (SMC)
Panel Bonding
.
4.
Position the hinge pillar to the vehicle using 3-dimensional measuring equipment.
Caution
:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
5.
Install the bolts
(1) that attach the windshield frame to the front hinge pillar and tighten to
25
Y
(18
lb
ft)
.
Note:
Use a stainless steel brush to remove the oxide layer prior to welding.
6.
Prepare all welding attachment surfaces as necessary.
Note:
Recommend wire alloy is 4043 and wire size is 0.035. The shielding gas is 100 percent Argon. A 2 minute cooling down period is recommend for
every 2 minutes or 100 mm (4 in) of welding.
Using a PULSED-MIG welder, tack weld the hinge pillar to the vehicle.
