Removal Procedure
Important: Sectioning procedures are used to repair the rear floor. The rear floor
service part comes pre-cut to the appropriate size for sectioning. It does
not need to be modified.
- Visually inspect and restore as much
of the damage as possible to factory specifications.
- Remove all related panels and components.
- Cut the rear floor along the rearward edge of the crossbar. Be
careful not to cut the crossbar or rear rails.
- Remove the damaged section of the rear floor.
- Locate, mark and drill out all factory welds rearward of the crossbar
connecting the rear rails.
Installation Procedure
- Position the new floor section
on top of the original floor.
- Check the fit according to body specifications and plug weld accordingly.
- Clean and prepare welded surfaces.
Important: prior to refinishing, refer to GM P/N 4901MD-99 Refinish Manual
for recommended products.
- Apply sealers and corrosion protection materials, as necessary.
- Prime with two-part catalyzed primer. Do not combine paints systems.
Refer to paint manufacturer's recommendations.
- Install all related components.