7. Remove the damaged front pillar.
Installation Procedure
Important: If the location of the original plug weld
holes can not be determined, space the plug
weld holes every 40 mm (1
1
⁄
2
in) apart.
1. Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) plug weld holes in the service
reinforcement as necessary in the corresponding
locations noted on the original panel.
2. Prepare all mating surfaces for welding as
necessary.
3. Apply 3M
®
Weld-Thru Coating P/N 05916 or
equivalent to all mating surfaces.
4. Position the service part on the vehicle using
3-dimensional measuring equipment. Clamp the
part in place.
5. Plug weld accordingly.
6. Clean and prepare all of the welded surfaces.
7. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to
the repair area, as necessary.
8. Paint the repaired area.
9. Install all of the related panels and components.
10. Connect the negative battery cable.
11. Enable the SIR system.
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