Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2004)
6. Locate and drill out all the necessary factory welds.
7. Remove the rear rail assembly rear extension.
Installation Procedure
Important: If the location of the original plug weld holes can not be determined, space the plug weld holes every 40 mm (11/2 in) apart.
1. Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) plug weld holes in the service part as necessary in the corresponding locations noted on the original panel.
2. Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary.
3. Apply 3M(R) Weld-Thru coating P/N 05916 or equivalent to all mating surfaces.