Installation Procedure
1. Cut the quarter outer panel in corresponding locations to fit the remaining original panel. The sectioning joint should be
trimmed to overlap the remaining original panel by 25
mm (1
inch) at each joint location (1).
2. Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary.
3. Drill 8
mm (5/16
in) holes for plug welding along the edges of the quarter outer panel as noted from the original panel (1).
4. Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
5. Apply one-part windshield urethane adhesive
(1) as noted from the original panel.
Collision Repair
BODY REPAIR
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