Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 1303

Fig. 127: Applying Metal Panel Bonding Adhesive To Mating Surfaces 
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6. Apply a 9-13 mm (3/8-1/2 in) bead of metal panel bonding adhesive to the mating surface of the service 

side panel. 

 

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Fig. 128: Identifying Service Side Panel 
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7. Position the service side panel to the bed assembly. 

IMPORTANT: Do NOT pull the panels apart after you have joined the panels together. 

Slide the panels against each other to realign the panels.

 

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Fig. 129: Identifying Service Side Panel 
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8. Clamp the service side panel into position.  

9. Using lacquer thinner remove the excess adhesive from the bed side panel area.  

10. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion 

Treatment and Repair .  

11. Paint the repair area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems .  

12. Install all related panels and components.  

13. Install the box assembly. Refer to Pickup Box Replacement .  

PICKUP BOX OUTER SIDE PANEL REPLACEMENT (WELD-ON) 

Removal Procedure 

CAUTION: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Caution .

IMPORTANT: Before you begin the repair, refer to Metal Panel Bonding for proper adhesive 

preparations and general information.

 

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1. Remove the box assembly. Refer to Pickup Box Replacement .  

2. Remove all related panels and components.  

3. Repair as much of the damage as possible, according to factory specifications.  

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

Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .  

5. Note the number and location of all spot welds to be drilled out for installation of the service part. 

Fig. 130: Identifying Spot Welds 
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6. Locate and drill out the spot welds attaching the front panel wheelhouse and the tail lamp pocket area.  

7. Locate and drill out the spot welds attaching the front panel, the wheelhouse and the tail lamp pocket 

area. 

 

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