Chevrolet Trax: Body side frame rocker reinforcement replacement
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning
WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
NOTE: The body side frame rocker reinforcement is made of Ultra
High Strength
Dual Phase Steel and should be replaced only at factory joints. Repairing
or sectioning of this part is not recommended. Refer to Ultra High Strength
Dual Phase Steel.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and
Connection .
- Remove all related panels and components.
- Repair as much of the damage as possible to factory specifications.
Refer to Dimensions - Body (Opel,
Encore), Dimensions - Body (Trax).
- Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as
necessary. Refer to Anti-
Corrosion Treatment and Repair (Base) .
- Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the body side frame
rocker reinforcement.
Fig. 80: Drilling Factory Welds
- Drill all factory welds (1). Note the number and location of welds for
installation of the service assembly.
Fig. 81: Body Side Frame Rocker Reinforcement
- Remove the damaged body side frame rocker reinforcement (1).
Installation Procedure
- Align the body side frame rocker reinforcement.
Fig. 82: Drilling Plug Weld Holes In Service Part
- Drill a 8 mm (5/16 in) holes for plug welding along the edges of the
quarter outer panel (1) as noted from
the original panel.
- Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
Fig. 83: Body Side Frame Rocker Reinforcement
- Position the body side frame rocker reinforcement on the vehicle (1).
- Verify the fit of the body side frame rocker reinforcement.
- Clamp the body side frame rocker reinforcement into position
Fig. 84: Plug Welding Body Side Frame Rocker Reinforcement
- Plug the weld accordingly (1).
- Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as
necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion
Treatment and Repair (Base) .
- Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems .
- Install all related panels and components.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection .
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
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Special Tools
BO-6392 Flanging Tool Kit
BO-6396 Bonding Pliers
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
NOTE: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandator
Special Tools
BO-6392 Flanging Tool Kit
BO-6396 Bonding Pliers
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
NOTE: According to different corrosion warranties, only the
regional mandator
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning .
WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and En
SEE MORE:
Warning
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO) which cannot be
seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
can cause unconsciousness and
even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
The vehicle idles in areas
with poor ventilation (parking
garages, tunnels, deep snow
that may block underbody
airfl
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this
diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic
approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each
diagnostic category.
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