7. Remove the header panel.
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
part as necessary in the locations noted from the
original panel.
2. Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary.
3. Apply 3M
®
Weld-Thru coating P/N 05916 or
equivalent to all mating surfaces.
4. Position the header panel to the vehicle using
3-dimensional measuring equipment. Clamp the
front header panel in place.
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