Orlando

Tail Light Mount Panel Replacement - Welding

Note : According to different corrosion warranties, only the regional mandatory joining methods are allowed.

Warning : Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the Preface section.

Warning : Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.

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 : without Start/Stop System .
3. Remove all related panels and components.
4. Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
5. Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair : Base .



6. Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the tail light mount panel (1).
7. Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.



8. Remove the tail light mount panel (1).

1. Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.



2. Position the tail light mount panel (1) on the vehicle.
3. Verify the fit of the tail lamp pocket.
4. Clamp the tail lamp pocket into position.



5. Plug weld the tail light mount panel (1) accordingly.



6. Spotweld the tail light mount panel (1) accordingly.
7. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair : Base .
8. Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems .
9. Install all related panels and components.
10. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection : without Start/Stop System .
11. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .