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1-10 2000 cadillac deville
Installation Procedure
1. Prepare mating surfaces.
IMPORTANT: Prior to refinishing, refer to
the publication GM4901M-D-2000 “GM
Approved Refinish Materials” for
recommended products. Do not combine
paint systems. Refer to paint manufacturer’s
recommendations.
2. Prime with two-part catalyzed primer.
3. Position part on vehicle and clamp in place.
Measure and check for fit (Fig.1-14).
4. Spot blast plug weld areas.
5. Plug weld accordingly.
6. Stitch weld at hinge pillar and rocker panel.
7. Dress and finish weld seam as necessary.
8. Refinish as necessary.
9. Install related panels and components as
necessary.
Inner Center Pillar
Sectioning
Removal Procedure
1. Remove necessary trim and outer panels.
2. Secure wiring harness away from repair area.
3. Locate the laser weld in the center pillar upper
area (Fig. 1-15).
4. Measure down 25␣ mm (1␣ in) from the laser
weld line and scribe a horizontal line. This is
the cut location.
5. At the front door rocker area, scribe a vertical
cut line within the preferred sectioning area.
6. At the rear door rocker area, scribe a vertical
cut line within the preferred sectioning area.
7. Cut on the three scribed lines.
8. Drill out factory spot welds noting their
location for installation of the service part.
9. Remove the damaged panel.
Fig.␣ 1-15 — 2000 DeVille Inner Center Pillar
Fig.␣ 1-14 — 2000 DeVille Inner Center Pillar Detail
25 MM
(1 IN)
LASER WELD