Caution: Before servicing any electrical
component, the ignition key must be in the OFF or
LOCK position and all electrical loads must be
OFF, unless instructed otherwise in these
procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily
come in contact with a live exposed electrical
terminal, also disconnect the negative battery
cable. Failure to follow these precautions
may cause personal injury and/or damage to the
vehicle or its components.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove all related panels and components.
4. Repair as much of the damage as possible. Refer
to
Dimensions - Body on page 3-7
.
5. Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials
from the repair area, as necessary.
Important: Note the number and location of the
factory welds for installation of the underbody
reinforcement of the rear rail.
6. Locate and drill out all the necessary
factory welds.
7. Remove the underbody reinforcement of the
rear rail.
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2003 Saturn Ion
