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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Installing New Cage Nut
    GM1193749Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the new cage nut.
    2. Fig 2: Installing Cage Nut Retainer
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  2. Close the cage nut retainer onto the new cage nut.
    3. Fig 3: Grinding Mating Surfaces
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  3. Grind both mating surfaces.
    4. Fig 4: Applying Adhesive To Mating Surfaces
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    IMPORTANT: The adhesive has s 40-50 minute working time. Do NOT allow the adhesive to totally cure off of the vehicle.
  4. Apply a 3-6 mm (1/8-1/4 in) bead of metal panel bonding adhesive GM P/N 12378566/7 (Canadian P/N 88901674/5) or equivalent to both of the mating surfaces.
    5. Fig 5: Spreading Adhesive With Acid Brush
    GM1193758Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Using a small acid brush, spread a coat of adhesive to cover all the bare metal surfaces. This will ensure corrosion protection.
    6. Fig 6: Installing New Panel
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    IMPORTANT: Do NOT pull the panels apart after joining them together. Slide the panels against each other to realign the panels if necessary.
  6. Install the floor panel to the body.
    7. Fig 7: View Of Adhesive Application
    GM1193767Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The adhesive has s 40-50 minute working time. Do NOT allow the adhesive to totally cure off of the vehicle.
  7. Apply a 3-6 mm (1/8-1/4 in) bead of metal panel bonding adhesive GM P/N 12378566/7 (Canadian P/N 88901674/5) or equivalent to both of the mating surfaces.
    8. Fig 8: Brushing Adhesive On Bare Metal Surfaces
    GM1193771Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Using a small acid brush, spread a coat of adhesive to cover all the bare metal surfaces. This will ensure corrosion protection.
  9. Using lacquer thinner, remove the excess adhesive from the lower quarter panel area.
  10. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair in Paint and Coatings.
  11. Paint the repair area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems in Paint and Coatings.
  12. Complete the necessary procedures. Refer to Carpet Replacement in Interior Trim.
  13. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zones in SIR.
  14. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (LA1) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (LY7) in Engine Electrical.
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