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Installation Procedure

    NOTE:

    Prepare fender bracket before installation.

  1. Prepare fender bracket per installation requirements.
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    2. NOTE:

    Temporarily install the fender bracket for proper fit.

  2. Position fender bracket (1) to vehicle using 3-dimensional measuring equipment.
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    3. NOTE:

    Use 6.7 mm (17/64") holes for rivet installation.

  3. Drill 6.7 mm (17/64") hole (1) through fender bracket for rivet installation. [2x]
    GM5390058Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    4. NOTE:

    Use 6.7 mm (17/64") holes for rivet installation.

  4. Drill 6.7 mm (17/64") hole (1) through fender bracket for rivet installation. [11x]
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    5. NOTE:

    Use 6.7 mm (17/64") holes for rivet installation.

  5. Drill 6.7 mm (17/64") hole (1) through fender bracket for rivet installation. [3x]
    GM5390056Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    6. NOTE:

    Use 6.7 mm (17/64") holes for rivet installation.

  6. Drill 6.7 mm (17/64") hole (1) through fender bracket for rivet installation. [1x]
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  7. Remove fender bracket (1) from the vehicle.
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    8. NOTE:

    Only remove E-coat where adhesive will be applied.

  8. Clean and prepare fender bracket and vehicle for adhesive according to adhesive manufacturer's recommendations. METAL PANEL BONDING
  9. Apply structural adhesive (1) on the mating surfaces of fender bracket and vehicle according to adhesive manufacturer's recommendations. METAL PANEL BONDING
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  10. Install fender bracket (1) to vehicle and clamp into place.
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    11. NOTE:

    Not all factory spot welds can be reinstalled due to interference with internal structure parts. In place of spot welds, structural adhesive will be used.

  11. Install rivets (1) in fender bracket. [SR1 2x] Fastener Specifications
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  12. Install rivets (1) in fender bracket. [SR1 11x] Fastener Specifications
    GM5390059Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    13. NOTE:

    Not all factory spot welds can be reinstalled due to interference with internal structure parts. In place of spot welds, structural adhesive will be used.

  13. Install rivets (1) in fender bracket. [SR1 3x] Fastener Specifications
    GM5390062Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Install rivet (1) in fender bracket. [SR1 1x] Fastener Specifications
  15. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area as necessary. Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair
    16. NOTE:

    Before refinishing, refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair

  16. Paint the repaired area. Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems .
  17. Install all related panels and components.
  18. Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (9C1, 5W4)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (KL9)
  19. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling .
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