Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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- Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
- Remove all related panels and components.
- Visually inspect the damage. Repair as much of the damage as possible.
- Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
- Locate and mark all the necessary factory welds of the front upper tie bar assembly.
- Drill all factory welds. Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.
- Remove the front end upper tie bar support bolts (1) and front end upper tie bar bolts (2).
- Remove the front end upper tie bar assembly (3).
Warning:
Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning.
Warning:
Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning.
- Installation Procedure
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- Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) plug weld holes as necessary on service parts, in the locations noted from the original assembly (1).
- Clean and prepare the mating surface for welding, as necessary.
- Position the front upper tie bar support (1) and front upper tie bar (2) on the vehicle
- Verify the fit of the front end upper tie bar.
- Install the front upper tie bar support bolts (3) and tighten to
22 Y (16 lb ft)
.
- Install the front upper tie bar bolts (4) and tighten to 9 Y (80 lb in)
.
- When the service assembly is correctly positioned, plug weld accordingly (1).
- Measure frequently to ensure proper fit and alignment.
- Clean and prepare all welded surfaces.
- Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
- Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems.
- Install all related panels and components.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement
Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement
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Component Name
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