Chevrolet Captiva Manual page 25

Installation Procedure
If the location of the original plug weld
Note
holes can not be determined, space the plug
weld holes every 40 mm (1 1/2 in) apart.
Some panels may have structural weld-thru
Note
adhesive. It is necessary to replace the
weld-thru adhesive with an additional spot
weld between each factory spot weld.
1. Drill 8-mm (5/16-in) plug weld holes in the serv-
ice part as necessary in the locations noted from
the original panel.
2. Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary.
3. Apply 3M Weld-Thru Coating P/N 05916 or
equivalent to all mating surfaces.
4. Position the rear end panel to the vehicle using
3-dimensional measuring equipment. Clamp the
rear end panel into place.
5. Plug weld accordingly.
6. Clean and prepare all welded surfaces.
7. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to
the repair area, as necessary.
8. Paint the repair area.
9. Install all related panels and components.
10. Connect the negative battery cable.
11. Enable the SIR system.
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