Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 1277

CAUTION: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Caution .

CAUTION: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Caution .

CAUTION: Refer to Collision Sectioning Caution .

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Fig. 32: View Of Sectioned Frame Areas
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

IMPORTANT: The door frame can be replaced at the factory seams, but requires the

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

2. 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) .

3. Remove all related panels and components.

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

5. Note the location and remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary.

Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .

6. Perform additional sectioning procedures as necessary. Refer to the following procedures:

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Outer Windshield Frame Pillar Sectioning

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Front Hinge Pillar Sectioning

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Center Pillar Sectioning

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Rear Pillar Sectioning

removal of the windshield, roof, and quarter panel. The sectioning
procedures have been developed as a more cost-effective alternative to
complete replacement. The specific area to be sectioned is determined by
the extent of the damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION: Refer to Foam Sound Deadeners Caution .

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Fig. 33: Cutting Rocker Panel Section
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

7. Cut the panel in the locations where sectioning is to be performed.

IMPORTANT: Do not damage any inner panels or reinforcements.

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