Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the Preface section.

Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.

Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling

1. 1
   Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
2. 2
   Remove all related panels and components.
3. 3
   Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
4. 4
   Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair

   

5. 5
   Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the front end sheet metal cross panel reinforcement (1).
6. 6
   Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.

   

7. 7
   Remove the front end sheet metal cross panel reinforcement (1).
8. 8
   Drill all factory welds.

   

9. 9
   Grind factory welds of the front end upper tie bar.

   

10. 10
    Remove the front end upper tie bar (1).