Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 1286

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

(w/Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Auxiliary Battery)
or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Dual Batteries) .

2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

3. Remove all related panels and components.

4. Repair as much of the damage as possible to factory specifications. Refer to Dimensions - Body.

5. Remove the door assembly. Refer to Rear Door Replacement (Extended Cab) or Rear Door

Replacement (Crew Cab) .

CAUTION: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Caution .

IMPORTANT: Before beginning the repair, refer to Metal Panel Bonding for proper

adhesive applicator preparations and general information.

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Fig. 64: Drilling Out Factory Welds
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6. Locate and drill out all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for the installation of the

service panel.

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Fig. 65: Grinding Edges Of Outer Door Panel
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7. Grind the edges of the door outer panel to separate the outer door panel from the door shell.

IMPORTANT: Remove the hem flange at the upper belt reinforcement.

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Fig. 66: View Of Outer Door Panel
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8. Remove the outer door panel.

9. Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-

Corrosion Treatment and Repair .

10. Straighten the edges of the door shell.

Installation Procedure

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