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Cadillac 2000 DeVille Service Manual Addendum

Outer front pillar, center pillar and quarter panel sectioning
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2000 Cadillac DeVille
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    2000 Cadillac DeVille Outer Center Pillar Sectioning 1-4 Outer Front Pillar Sectioning 1-2 Quarter Panel Sectioning 1-6 Body Dimensions 1-17/18 Inner Center Pillar Sectioning 1-10 Inner Front Pillar Sectioning 1-9 Rear Rail Sectioning 1-13 Outer Wheelhouse Sectioning 1-12...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT: When replacing panels that involve servicing stationary glass, refer to GM Service Bulletin 43-10-48 before performing any priming or refinishing. Fig. 1-1 — 2000 DeVille Outer Frame Sectioning Locations 2000 cadillac deville...
  • Page 3 THE METAL THICKNESS Drill plug weld holes spaced 40 mm (1-5/8 in) apart along backing plate location 25 mm (1 in) from joint edge. Fig. 1-3 — Rocker Panel Backing Plate 2000 cadillac deville...
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT: Prior to refinishing, refer to the publication GM4901M-D-2000 “GM Approved Refinish Materials” for recommended products. Do not combine Fig. 1-4 — Plug Weld and Stitch Weld paint systems. Refer to paint manufacturer’s recommendations. 9. Refinish as necessary. 2000 cadillac deville...

  • Page 5: Outer Center Pillar Sectioning

    Fig. 1-6 — Create Pillar Backing Plate apart along backing plate locations. Space these holes 25 mm (1 in) from the joint edge on the rocker panels and 13 mm (1/2 in) from the joint edge on the pillar. 2000 cadillac deville...
  • Page 6 This will create a solid joint with minimal heat distortion. 9. Dress welds and finish seams as necessary. 10. Refinish as necessary. Fig. 1-7 — Outer Center Pillar – Installation 2000 cadillac deville...

  • Page 7: Quarter Panel Sectioning

    11. Locate, mark and drill out all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly. 12. Remove damaged panel. Note placement and number of foam baffles for new installation. If baffles are damaged, replacement service parts are available. 2000 cadillac deville...

  • Page 8: Body Dimensions

    11. Install all sealers, sound deadeners and anti- corrosion materials as necessary. Install acoustic foam baffles as noted from original part. 12. Apply two-part catalyzed primer. 13. Refinish as necessary. Fig. 1-10 — Outer Rear Pillar Installation 14. Install all related panels and components. 2000 cadillac deville...
  • Page 9 Any one of these procedures can be performed separately, or in any combination dependent upon the extent of damage to the vehicle. Fig. 1-11 — 2000 DeVille Inner Frame Sectioning Locations 2000 cadillac deville...
  • Page 10 (2) to prevent excessive metal thickness in this area (Fig. 1-13). 6. Drill plug weld holes spaced 40 mm (1-5/8 in) Fig. 1-13 — 2000 DeVille Inner Front Pillar Service apart along overlap flanges. Place holes Part 25 mm (1 in) from edge on rocker panel and 13 mm (1/2 in) from edge on hinge pillar.

  • Page 11: Inner Center Pillar Sectioning

    9. Install related panels and components as necessary. Inner Center Pillar Sectioning Fig. 1-14 — 2000 DeVille Inner Center Pillar Detail 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.
  • Page 12 6. Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) plug weld holes on weld flanges as noted from original panel. Installation Procedure Fig. 1-16 — 2000 DeVille Inner Center Pillar – Preparation 1. Prepare mating surfaces. IMPORTANT: Prior to refinishing, refer to the publication GM4901M-D-2000 “GM Approved Refinish Materials”...

  • Page 13: Outer Wheelhouse Sectioning

    Preparation Of Service Part LINE 1. Locate laser weld line on service part (Fig. 1-19). Fig. 1-18 — 2000 DeVille Outer Wheelhouse 2. Cut along laser weld line. Removal 3. In specified sectioning location of rocker area, create a vertical cut line. Allow for a 50 mm (2 in) overlap of service part to rocker area on the vehicle.

  • Page 14: Rear Rail Sectioning

    Rear rail sectioning procedures can be used to repair the rear rail if just the portion rearward of the crossbar is damaged. The rear rail outer panel is available separately for sectioning. NOTE: The rail extension panel can also be purchased separately. Fig. 1-20 — Rear Rail Panels 2000 cadillac deville 1-13...
  • Page 15 5. Remove the damaged portion of the rear rail and rail extension. 6. Either move the end of the rear rail inner rein- forcement forward, or cut this part and remove it from the rear rail. Fig. 1-21 — Full Rail Replacement 2000 cadillac deville 1-14...
  • Page 16 Fig. 1-23 — Create Tabs on the New Rail necessary. Section 10. Prime with two-part catalyzed primer. 11. Install all related components. Fig. 1-25 — Install the New Rail Section Fig. 1-24 — Step Tabs Inward on the New Rail Section 2000 cadillac deville 1-15...
  • Page 17 Engine Compartment Dimensions – 2000 Cadillac DeVille ZERO LINE 19 MM GAGE HOLE ALL LENGTHS MEASURED FROM Ø LINE AT TOP HINGE 19 MM HOLE ALL MEASUREMENTS HOLE CENTER TO CENTER Description Location Length Width Height Strut mount hole 1014...
  • Page 18 Underbody Dimensions – 2000 Cadillac DeVille Ø WIDTH 469 552 HEIGHT DATUM LINE LENGTH 1092 1752 2537 3191 Description Location Length Width Height 28 mm mounting nut 1092 19 mm x 25 mm gage slot 16 mm gage hole 19 mm gage hole...
  • Page 19 Body Side Dimensions – 2000 Cadillac DeVille ø WIDTH HEIGHT 591 930 964 665 1004 DATUM LINE LENGTH 1140 1140 2183 Description Location Length Width Height 19 mm gage hole — — 19 mm gage hole 19 mm gage hole...