’B/c’ post reinforcement - 3 door

’B/C’ POST REINFORCEMENT - 3 DOOR

NOTE: In this procedure, the rear outer body side panel and the rear quarter front lower reinforcement are replaced in conjunction with the ’B/C’ post reinforcement.

Remove

1. Disconnect battery earth lead.
2. Disconnect alternator. See ELECTRICAL, Repairs.
3. Disconnect all ECUs.
4. Remove road wheel(s).
5. Remove rear wheel arch extension. See BODY, Exterior fittings.
6. Remove rear wheel arch liner.
7. Remove front seat belt. See RESTRAINT SYSTEMS, Repairs.
8. Remove front door striker from B/C post.
9. Remove rear seat. See BODY, Seats and seat belts.
10. Remove rear body side casing. See BODY, Interior trim components.
11. Remove treadplate from side door aperture.
12. Remove side door aperture seal.
13. Release carpet from inner sill and position aside.
14. Remove rear quarter vent and seal. See BODY, Exterior fittings.
15. Remove rear roof panel finisher.
16. Remove headlining. See BODY, Interior trim components.
17. Release vehicle harness from inner sill and position aside.

Repair

1. Remove existing panel(s), prepare panel joint faces and install new panel(s) in accordance with Panel Replacement Procedure. Punch or drill holes in new panel for plug welding as shown.