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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.
  2. Position the tow hook (1) to the passenger side of the impact bar.
    3. Fig 2: View Of Tow Hook & Impact Bar - Front
    GM1156799Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. From right outer edge of the impact bar (2) measure 269 mm (10 5/8 in) to the center of the tow hook (1).
    4. Fig 3: Identifying Welds - Front
    GM1156800Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. 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
  5. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair .
  6. Paint the repair area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems .
  7. Install all related panels and components.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
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