Chevrolet Trax: Rocker inner panel replacement
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning .
NOTE: The rocker inner panel 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.
Refer to Anti-Corrosion
Treatment and Repair (Base) .
Fig. 67: Drilling Out Factory Welds
- Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the rocker inner
panel.
- Drill all factory welds (1). Note the number and location of welds for
installation of the service assembly
Fig. 68: Rocker Inner Panel
- Remove the damaged rocker inner panel (1).
Installation Procedure
Fig. 69: Drilling Welds From Quarter Outer Panel
- Drill 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. 70: Rocker Inner Panel
- Position the rocker inner panel on the vehicle (1).
- Verify the fit of the panel.
- Clamp the rocker inner panel into position.
Fig. 71: Plug Welding Rocker Inner Panel
- 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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Removal Procedure
WARNING: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning .
WARNING: Refer to Collision Sectioning Warning .
WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
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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
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
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Fig. 34: Fuel Tank Filler Door Latch Housing
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Fi
Locks
Locks are lubricated at the factory.
Use a de-icing agent only when
absolutely necessary, and have the
locks greased after using. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Washing the Vehicle
To preserve the vehicle's finish,
wash it often and out of direct
sunlight.
Caution
Do not use petroleum-