Lucerne V6-3.8L (2007)
Window Frame: Service and Repair
Windshield Frame Header Front Panel Replacement
Removal Procedure
CAUTION: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove all related panels and components.
4. Repair as much of the damaged area as possible.
5. Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
IMPORTANT: Note the number and location of the factory welds for installation of the header panel.
6. Locate and drill out all the necessary factory welds.
7. Remove the header panel. Installation Procedure
Installation Procedure
IMPORTANT: If the location of the original plug weld holes cannot be determined, space the plug weld holes every 40 mm (1 1/2 in) apart.
1. Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) plug weld holes in the service part, as necessary in the locations noted from the original panel.
2. Prepare all mating surfaces, as necessary.
