4. Position the underbody gusset to the rear rail.
5. Plug weld accordingly.
6. Clean and prepare all of the welded surfaces.
7. Install all of the related panels and components.
8. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials
to the repair area, as necessary.
9. Paint the repaired area.
10. Connect the negative battery cable.
11. Enable the SIR system.
Rail Underbody Reinforcement
Replacement - Rear
Removal Procedure
Caution: To avoid personal injury when exposed
to welding flashes or to galvanized (Zinc Oxide)
metal toxic fumes while grinding/cutting on
any type of metal or sheet molded compound, you
must work in a properly ventilated area, wearing
an approved respirator, eye protection, earplugs,
welding gloves, and protective clothing.
Caution: Refer to SIR Caution on page 1-1 in
General Information.
1. Disable the SIR system.
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