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BODY
Repair and Service Manual
Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings.
B
BODY COMPONENT REPLACE-
MENT
The body components can be replaced by removing the
securing hardware, replacing the component and install-
ing hardware in the same orientation as it was removed.
Front Bumper and Cowl Support
(Ref. Fig. 3)
Tool List
Qty.
Socket, 15mm.............................................................. 1
Ratchet ........................................................................ 1
1. Remove two hex nuts (11) securing the top of the
bumper to the front strut mounting bolts.
2. Pull top of bumper (12) forward and off of the bolts
then lift upward to clear the frame channel between
the front struts and pull the lower edge of the bumper
down and away from the vehicle.
3. Remove the washers (13).
Reassemble in reverse order. Replace any worn or
damaged hardware as required. It is recommended
that all locking nuts be replaced after 5 removals.
Fig. 3 Front Bumper and Cowl Support
Rocker Panels
(Ref. Fig. 4)
Tool List
Qty.
Torx bit, T-45IP.............................................................1
Ratchet ........................................................................1
Torque Wrench, in. lbs. ................................................1
1. Remove the lower rocker panel (1) by removing three
torx screws (3).
2. Remove the upper rocker panel (2) by removing the
two remaining torx screw (3).
Removal is the same for both sides of the vehicle.
Reassemble in reverse order. Replace any worn or
damaged hardware as required. It is recommended
that all locking nuts be replaced after 5 removals.
Fig. 4 Rocker Panel Removal
Floor Mat
(Ref. Fig. 5) (Ref. Fig. 6)
Tool List
Qty.
Notched Pry Bar ..........................................................1
The upper and lower rocker panels must be removed
before removing the floor mat.
1. Remove six christmas tree rivets (5) securing the floor
mat to the floorboard (4). (Ref. Fig. 5).
2. Pull edge of floor mat from under edge of instrument
panel and lift over accelerator and brake pedals.
ITEM
TORQUE SPECIFICATION
11
27 - 44 in. lbs (3 - 5 Nm)
ITEM
TORQUE SPECIFICATION
3
27 - 44 in. lbs (3 - 5 Nm)