Removal Procedure

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

Warning: Refer to Collision Sectioning Warning in the Preface section.

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

1. 1
   Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. 2
   Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
3. 3
   Remove all related panels and components.
4. 4
   Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
5. 5
   Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.

   

6. 6
   Create cut lines on the front hinge pillar body.

   

Note: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.

1. 1
   Cut the panel where sectioning is to be performed.

   

2. 2
   Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the front hinge pillar body.
3. 3
   Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.

   

4. 4
   Remove the damaged 10. front hinge pillar body.