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Front End Sheet Metal Repairs - Front Side Member Closing Panel Removal and Installation Removal • NOTE: The front side member closing panel must be unpicked from the front side member and suspension top mount assembly, it is not serviced separately. • NOTE: The panel is serviced less its weld studs 1. The front side member closing panel is replaced in conjunction with: Front bumper cover Front bumper Hood latch panel Both front fenders Front bumper mounting Fender apron lower panel Fender apron panel front reinforcement Front side member • NOTE: It is also necessary to remove the engine and suspension as an assembly. 2. For additional information relating to this repair procedure please see the following: For additional information, refer to: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks, Description and Operation) / Standard Workshop Practices (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). 3. Remove the front side member. For additional information, refer to: Front Side Member (501-27 Front End Sheet Metal Repairs, Removal and Installation). 4. Mill out the spot welds. 5. Saw cut the old panel at the point illustrated. 6. Separate the joints and remove the old panel. |