SAFETY NOTICE
CAUTION: All service and rebuilding instructions contained herein are applicable to, and for the
convenience of, the automotive trade only. All test and repair procedures on components or
assemblies in non-automotive applications should be repaired in accordance with instructions
supplied by the manufacturer of the total product.
Proper service and repair is important to the safe, reliable operation of all motor vehicles. The
service produces recommended and described in this publication were developed for
professional service personnel, and are effective methods for performing vehicle repair.
Following these procedures will help ensure efficient economical vehicle performance and
service reliability. Some service procedures require the use of special tools designed for
specific procedures. These special tools should be used as recommended throughout this
publication.
Special attention should be exercised when working with spring-or tension-loaded fasteners
and devices such as E-Clips, Circlips, Snap rings, etc., since careless removal may cause
personal injury. Always wear safety goggles when working on vehicles or vehicle components.
It is important to note that this publication contains various Cautions and Warnings. These
should be read carefully in order to minimize risk of personal injury or the possibility that
improper service methods may damage the vehicle or render it unsafe. It is important to note
that these Cautions and Warnings cover only the situations and procedures FCA US LLC has
encountered and recommended. FCA US LLC cannot possibly know, evaluate, and advise
the service trade of all conceivable ways in which service may be performed, or of the possible
hazards of each. Consequently, FCA US LLC has not undertaken any such broad service
review. Accordingly, anyone uses a service procedure or tool that is not recommended in this
publication must be certain that neither personal safety, nor vehicle safety, will be
jeopardized by the service methods they select.
WARNING: There are necessary safety factors to follow when working with components made of
magnesium and components made of a combination of materials utilizing magnesium that
must be followed.
• Do not grind on the component. The grinding residue is highly combustible.
• In the event of a fire, a D-class rated fire extinguisher is necessary to extinguish.
• Do not expose the component to open flame or temperature in excess of 260° C. (500° F).
Failure to follow these instructions may cause serious injury or death.
NOTE: Due to the usage of magnesium, do not attempt to repair the liftgate inner panel on this vehicle.
For further information refer to Collision Information Liftgate Inner Panel DO NOT REPAIR
(Refer to
31 - Collision/Standard Procedure/Non-Structural Sheet Metal Repair/Liftgate Inner Panel DO NOT
REPAIR).
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