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(19) Mix enough adhesive to cover the entire patch

area.

(20) Apply adhesive over the mesh around patch,

and smooth epoxy with a wide spreader to reduce fin-
ish grinding. Use two to three layers of mesh and
adhesive to create a stronger repair (Fig. 15).

Fig. 10 POSITION PATCH IN CUTOUT AND ALIGN

1 - CUTOUT
2 - SUPPORT SQUARES

Fig. 11 APPLY ADHESIVE TO SUPPORT SQUARES

1 - APPLICATOR
2 - SUPPORT SQUARES
3 - ADHESIVE

Fig. 12 INSTALL SCREWS

1 - PATCH
2 - GAP

Fig. 13 GRIND SURFACE

1 - PATCH
2 - GAP
3 - DISC GRINDER

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PATCHED PANEL SURFACING

After patch panel is installed, the patch area can

be finished using the same methods as finishing
other types of body panels. If mesh material is
exposed in the patched area, grind surface down, and
apply a coat of high quality rigid plastic body filler.
Prime, block sand, and paint as required.

STANDARD PROCEDURE - HEAT STAKING

(1) Remove trim panel.
(2) Bend or move the trim panel components at

the heat staked joints. Observe the heat staked loca-
tions and/or component seams for looseness.

(3) Heat stake the components.

(a) If the heat staked or component seam loca-

tion is loose, hold the two components tightly
together and using a soldering gun with a flat tip,
melt

the

material

securing

the

components

together. Do not over heat the affected area, dam-
age to the exterior of the trim panel may occur.

(b) If the heat staked material is broken or miss-

ing, use a hot glue gun to apply new material to
the area to be repaired. The panels that are being
heat staked must be held together while the apply-
ing the glue. Once the new material is in place, it
may be necessary to use a soldering gun to melt
the newly applied material. Do not over heat the
affected area, damage to the exterior of the trim
panel may occur.
(4) Allow the repaired area to cool and verify the

repair.

(5) Install trim panel.

SPECIFICATIONS

BODY LUBRICATION

LUBRICATION REQUIREMENTS

Body

mechanisms

and

linkages

should

be

inspected, cleaned, and lubricated, as required, to
maintain ease of operation and to provide protection
against rust and wear. When performing other under
hood services, the hood latch release mechanism and
safety catch should be inspected, cleaned, and lubri-
cated. During the winter season, external door lock
cylinders should be lubricated to assure proper oper-
ation when exposed to water and ice.

Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts

concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and
grit. If necessary, a suitable solvent can be used to
clean the item to be lubricated. After lubricating a
component, any excess oil or grease should be
removed.

LUBRICANT APPLICATION

DOOR LOCK CYLINDERS

(1) Apply a small amount of lubricant directly into

the lock cylinder.

(2) Apply a small amount of lubricant to the key.
(3) Insert key into lock cylinder and cycle the

mechanism from the locked to the unlocked position.

NOTE: Do not add more lubricant.

(4) Cycle the lock cylinder mechanism several

times to allow the lubricant to flow throughout the
cylinder.

(5) Wipe all lubricant from exterior of lock cylinder

and key.

Fig. 14 COVER GAPS WITH MESH

1 - GROUND DOWN AREA
2 - PATCH
3 - MESH

Fig. 15 COVER MESH WITH ADHESIVE

1 - ADHESIVE
2 - MESH
3 - PATCH
4 - SPREADER

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ALL OTHER BODY MECHANISMS

(1) Clean component as described above.
(2) Apply specified lubricant to all pivoting and

sliding contact areas of component.

LUBRICANT USAGE

ENGINE OIL

• Door Hinges – Hinge Pin and Pivot Contact

Areas

• Hood Hinges – Pivot Points

• Liftgate Hinges

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SPRAY WHITE LUBE OR EQUIVALENT

• Door Check Straps

• Liftgate Latches

• Liftgate Prop Pivots

• Ash Receiver

• Fuel Filler Door Remote Control Latch Mecha-

nism

• Parking Brake Mechanism

• Sliding Seat Tracks

• Liftgate Latch

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Multipurpose GREASE OR EQUIVALENT

• All Other Hood Mechanisms

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LOCK CYLINDER LUBRICANT OR

EQUIVALENT

• Door Lock Cylinders

• Liftgate Lock Cylinder

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION

N·m

Ft.

Lbs.

In.

Lbs.

Front seat track to floor pan bolts

61

45

—

Front seat inboard pivot bolt

40

30

—

Front seat recliner to seat cushion

frame

12

9

—

Front seat track to cushion frame

bolt

12

9

—

Front seat back

40

30

—

Front seat back to seat cushion

30

22

—

Front seat arm rest - 60/40

12

9

—

Front arm rest - 50/50 split

25

18

—

DESCRIPTION

N·m

Ft.

Lbs.

In.

Lbs.

Front seat back recliner to seat

back

12

9

—

Front seat belt buckle anchor nut

40

29

—

Front seat belt retractor bolt

38

28

—

Front seat belt buckle anchor bolt

40

29

—

Front door hinge to hinge pillar

bolt

28

21

—

Front door hinge to door nuts and

bolt

28

21

—

Front door latch striker

28

20

—

Front seat rear outboard seat

track to floor pan bolts

28

20

—

Front strut tower to tower brace

bolts

38

28

—

Decklid latch striker

22

16

—

Door hinge bolt and nut

28

21

—

Door hinge double ended stud

14

—

120

Hood latch release cable handle

to the cowl side

2.3

to

3.4

—

20

to

30

Hood latch to crossmember

22.6

to

33.9

—

200

to

300

Hood hinges

22.6

to

33.9

—

200

to

300

Rear Child Tether anchor

20

15

—

Rear door glass to regulator bolt

11

—

105

Rear seat arm rest to seat back

with ski pass

5

—

46

Rear seat back and belts to floor

44

32

—

Rear seat back 40 section to

collar section

60

44

—

Rear seat back 60 section

16

12

—

Rear seat back collar assembly

60

44

—

Rear door hinge to B-pillar bolt

28

20

—

Rear door hinge to door bolt

28

20

—

Rear door latch striker

28

20

—

Sunroof module to roof panel

11

—

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SPECIAL TOOLS

BODY

Stick, Trim C-4755

Remover, Moldings C-4829

Pliers, Headliner Clip C–6967

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