Installation Procedure
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- Install the rear suspension support nut (2).
- Lower the frame crossmember nut retainer into place. Ensure that the following conditions exist:
- The frame crossmember nut is correctly positioned.
- The frame crossmember nut operates correctly.
- Spot weld the frame crossmember nut retainer in the original location.
- Clean and prepare the welded surfaces.
- Apply corrosion protection. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair in Paints and Coatings.
- Install the new rear suspension support bolt to the frame crossmember nut.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 130 N.m (96 lb ft).
- Reposition the panel downward to the original position.
- Stitch weld the panel back to the original position using 25 mm (0.98 in) welds along the seam. Leave 25 mm (0.98 in) gaps between the welds. A solid joint with minimal heat distortion will result. Continue to finish the stitch weld procedure.
- Use a small grinder in order to remove the excess material from the floor panel until the following conditions exist:
- The floor panel is smooth.
- The floor panel is free from rough edges.
- Clean and prepare the welded surfaces.
- Apply corrosion protection. Refer to ANTI-CORROSION MATERIALS NOTICE in General Information.
- Apply Primer and let the primer dry for approximately 30 minutes. Then apply Dominion Sure Seal P/N 110900 Sound Deadener or the equivalent to the repair area.
- Install the carpet and the pad over the repair area Refer to Carpet Replacement in Interior Trim.
- Apply anti-corrosion compound GM P/N 12346225 or equivalent. Thoroughly coat the inside of the repair area through the access hole.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to ENGINE ELECTRICAL .
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.