Installation Procedure
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- Repair any damage done to the pillar during the drilling or the removal.
- Position the service hinge within the scribe marks on the pillar.
- Center punch each bolt location on the pillar according to the service hinge.
- Drill a 3 mm (1/8 in) pilot hole at each punch location.
- Drill a 13 mm (1/2 in) hole at the pilot locations.
- Clean and prepare all bare metal surfaces.
- Apply an approved anti-corrosion primer.
- Apply full-body caulk to the entire hinge mounting surface.
- Align the hinge with the holes in the pillar.
- Install the hinge fasteners.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Position the rear body opening lower filler and mig weld in place at factory weld locations.
- Clean and prepare all weld surfaces.
- Refinish the metal surfaces as necessary.
- Align and install all of the related panels and the components.
IMPORTANT:
Prior to refinishing, refer to GM 4901MD-99 Refinish Manual for recommended products. Do not combine paint systems. Refer to paint manufacturer's recommendations.
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
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