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Installation Procedure

  1. Clean and prepare all of the welded surface and apply 3M weld-thru coating P/N 05916 or equivalent as necessary.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Tow Hook - Front
    GM1156796Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Position the tow hook (1) to the passenger side of the impact bar.
  4. Fig 2: View Of Tow Hook & Impact Bar - Front
    GM1156799Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. From right outer edge of the impact bar (2) measure 269 mm (105/8 in) to the center of the tow hook (1).
  6. Fig 3: Removing/Installing Welds - Front
    GM1156800Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Using a Metal Inset Gas (MIG) welder, weld a 51 mm (2 in) stitch along the tow hook to the impact bar in 4 places (1).
    • Front
    • Rear
    • Inboard side
    • Outboard side
  8. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair in Paint and Coating.
  9. Paint the repair area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems in Paint and Coating.
  10. Install all related panels and components.
  11. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  12. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.