Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 1277

CAUTION: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Caution .

CAUTION: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution .

CAUTION: Refer to Collision Sectioning Caution .

 

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Fig. 32: View Of Sectioned Frame Areas 
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP. 

IMPORTANT: The door frame can be replaced at the factory seams, but requires the 

 

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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 

(w/Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Auxiliary Battery) 
or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Dual Batteries) .  

3. Remove all related panels and components.  

4. Repair as much of the damage as possible to factory specifications. Refer to Dimensions - Body. 

5. Note the location and remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. 

Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .  

6. Perform additional sectioning procedures as necessary. Refer to the following procedures: 

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Outer Windshield Frame Pillar Sectioning  

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Front Hinge Pillar Sectioning  

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Center Pillar Sectioning  

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Rear Pillar Sectioning  

removal of the windshield, roof, and quarter panel. The sectioning 
procedures have been developed as a more cost-effective alternative to 
complete replacement. The specific area to be sectioned is determined by 
the extent of the damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION: Refer to Foam Sound Deadeners Caution .

 

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Silverado

  

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Fig. 33: Cutting Rocker Panel Section 
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP. 

7. Cut the panel in the locations where sectioning is to be performed. 

IMPORTANT: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.

 

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Collision Repair - - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & 

Silverado

  

Microsoft 

 

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