Contents: Removal ⇩ Installation ⇩
NOTE: The tail light mounting panel is serviced as a separate weld-on panel.
NOTE: The old panel has NVH elements attached to it, the new panel is not serviceable. If damaged, new elements will be required.
Removal
1. In combination with the rear light mounting panel, the following is replaced:
- Rear bumper trim
- Rear bumper fittings
2. For additional information regarding this repair procedure, refer to: For additional information, refer to: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Special Vehicle Information and Tolerance Checks, Description and Operation) / Standard Service Station Techniques (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
3. Remove the rear bumper. For more information, refer to the chapter: Rear Bumper (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
4. Disconnect both cables from the battery.
5. Remove the D-pillar trim panel. For more information, refer to: D-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim, Removal and Installation).
6. Remove the rear wheel assembly with the tire.
7. Remove the rear side panel window molding.
8. Remove the luggage compartment trim panel.
9. Remove the exhaust grille.
10. Release the insulation material and place it aside.
11. Release and place aside the electrical wiring harness.
12. Use a belt sander to sand down the weld spots in the area shown.
13. Mill out the remaining weld spots.
14. Separate the connections and remove the old panel, also disconnect the NVH elements.
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Installation
1. Prepare the mating surfaces of the old and new panels, including the tail light mounting panel sections.
2. Drill holes in the new panel for MIG welding.
3. Apply the new panel and fix it in place. Check the alignment, if correct, proceed to the next step, if not, correct and check again before proceeding to the next step.
4. Remove the new panel.
5. Apply glue to the areas shown.
6. Replace NVH components if necessary.
7. Apply sealing adhesive to NVH elements.
8. Place the new panel and secure it in place.
9. Perform spot welding.
10. MIG welding.
11. Clean all welded joints.
12. To install the relevant panels and mechanical components, perform the removal procedure in reverse order.
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