Weld Nut Repair - Stripped Weld Nut, Restraints Control Module (RCM) And Side Impact Sensor
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the component from where the weld nut is to be repaired. See the appropriate removal and installation procedure.
- Inspect the weld nut and surrounding area for repair.
- If there is not enough clearance for a larger bolt stud to go through or a larger bolt head to turn, then a threaded insert will have to be installed. Follow the instructions with the thread insert repair kit.
- If a 6 mm weld nut is stripped, drill out the hole using a letter "H" or 6.5 mm (0.26 in) drill bit. Then tap, using an 8 mm by 1.25 bit.
- Do not oversize a 6 mm weld nut by more than 8 mm.
- If an 8 mm weld nut is stripped, drill the hole using a letter "R" or 9.75 mm (0.3838 in) drill bit. Then tap, using a 10 mm by 1.50 bit.
- Do not oversize an 8 mm weld nut by more than 10 mm.
- Obtain the appropriate oversized screw.
- Install the attaching screw(s) to the component.
- Tighten the attaching screws to specification. See the appropriate removal and installation procedure.