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Roof Outer Panel Replacement - 5-Door Hatchback 68

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 battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
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 .
6. Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the roof rear header panel .



7. Drill all factory welds of the roof outer panel (1). Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.



8. Remove the damage roof outer panel (1).

1. Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary.



2. Apply one-part urethane adhesive (1) as noted from the original panel.
3. Apply structural adhesive (2).



4. Position the roof outer panel (1) on the vehicle.
5. Verify the fit of the roof outer panel.
6. Clamp the roof outer panel into position.



7. Spot weld the roof outer panel (1) accordingly.
8. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .
9. Install all related panels and components.
10. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
11. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .