Removal Procedure
Important:
• | Use the Sleeved Butt-Joint method to perform mid-rail repairs. |
• | When most of the front or rear half of the rail is damaged beyond
repair, this sectioning procedure allows for the replacement of the damaged
rail half. |
- Remove door side frame and the lock pillar
extension panels.
- Remove floor panel and lower floor panel extension at factory
seams.
- Perform sleeved butt-joint sectioning as required.
- Apply anti-corrosion materials to all inner surfaces as necessary.
• | Do not combine paint systems. |
• | Refer to paint manufacturer's recommendations. |
Installation Procedure
- Replace door side frame and the lock
pillar extension panels.
- Replace floor panel and lower floor panel extension at factory
seams.
- After sectioning repairs are completed, attach panels and components
as necessary.