K 3500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1998)
6.
If the old rivet separates, and the top portion remains in the hinge strap, use a 7/32 inch punch (4) in order to remove the top portion of the old
rivet.
6.1.
Punch from the bottom upward.
6.2.
Discard the old rivet and the detent link (3).
7.
Clean and apply primer to the new rivet, the nut and the new detent link.
8.
Paint the new rivet, the nut and the new detent link to match the exterior vehicle color.
9.
After the paint has dried, lubricate the surface of the new rivet (1) with grease, GM P/N 1050109 (In Canada use P/N 5264008), or equivalent The
film thickness should be between 0.03-0.30 mm (0.001-0.012 in).
