3. Drill a 8
mm (5/16
in)holes for plug welding along the edges of the rocker outer panel as noted from the original panel (1).
4. Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
5. Position the rocker outer panel on the vehicle (1).
6. Verify the fit of the rocker outer panel.
7. Clamp the rocker outer panel into position.
8. Plug weld accordingly (1).
9. To create a solid weld with minimum heat distortion, make 25
mm (1
in)stitch welds along the seam with 25
mm (1
in)gaps
between them. Then go back and complete the stitch weld.
10. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to
Anti-Corrosion Treatment and
Repair
.
11. Paint the repaired area. Refer to
Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems
.
12. Install all related panels and components.
13. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.
14. Enable the SIR system. Refer to
SIR Disabling and Enabling
.
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Collision Repair
BODY REPAIR
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