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Chevrolet Trax: Rocker inner panel replacement

Chevrolet Trax (2013-2022) Workshop Manual / Accessories & Equipment / Collision Repair / Collision repair - Repair instructions / 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.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  3. Remove all related panels and components.
  4. Repair as much of the damage as possible to factory specifications. Refer to Dimensions - Body (Opel, Encore), Dimensions - Body (Trax).
  5. 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
Fig. 67: Drilling Out Factory Welds

  1. Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the rocker inner panel.
  2. Drill all factory welds (1). Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly

Fig. 68: Rocker Inner Panel
Fig. 68: Rocker Inner Panel

  1. Remove the damaged rocker inner panel (1).

Installation Procedure

Fig. 69: Drilling Welds From Quarter Outer Panel
Fig. 69: Drilling Welds From Quarter Outer Panel

  1. 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.
  2. Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.

Fig. 70: Rocker Inner Panel
Fig. 70: Rocker Inner Panel

  1. Position the rocker inner panel on the vehicle (1).
  2.  Verify the fit of the panel.
  3. Clamp the rocker inner panel into position.

Fig. 71: Plug Welding Rocker Inner Panel
Fig. 71: Plug Welding Rocker Inner Panel

  1. Plug the weld accordingly (1).
  2. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair (Base) .
  3. Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems .
  4. Install all related panels and components.
  5. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

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