Quarter Outer Panel Sectioning (5HB)
• BO-6392 Flanging Tool Kit
• BO-6396 Bonding Pliers
For equivalent regional tools, refer to
Special Tools
.
Note: According to different corrosion warranties, only the regional mandatory joining methods are allowed.
Removal Procedure
Warning:
Refer to
Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning
.
Warning:
Refer to
Collision Sectioning Warning
.
Warning:
Refer to
Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning
.
1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to
SIR Disabling and Enabling
.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.
3. Remove all related panels and components.
4. Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
5. Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to
Anti-Corrosion Treatment and
Repair
.
6. Create cut lines on the quarter outer panel (1).
Note: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.
7. Cut the panel where sectioning is to be performed (1).
Collision Repair
BODY REPAIR
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