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Installation Procedure

    NOTE:

    Prepare service part before installation.

  1. Prepare frame rail per installation requirements.
  2. Prepare all joining surfaces for welding as necessary.
  3. Apply weld-thru coating or equivalent to all welding surfaces. Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair
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  4. Position frame rail (1) to vehicle using 3-dimensional measuring equipment and clamp into place.
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  5. Verify the frame measurements 3-dimensionally to ensure proper position of the service frame.
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  6. Continuous-weld the upper and outer joints through each corner.
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  7. Continuous-weld the inner and lower joints through each corner.
  8. Install frame rail reinforcement. Frame Brace Replacement 
  9. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area as necessary. Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair
    10. NOTE:

    Before refinishing, refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair

  10. Paint the repaired area. Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems .
  11. Install all related panels and components.
  12. Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (9C1, 5W4)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (KL9)
  13. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling .
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