Rear Body Lower Panel R&R

Included Operations

Remove and Install: Rear bumper, Filler panel, applique/finish panel, stone deflector or lower valance
Loosen and pull back: Weatherstrip attached to panel
Remove and install or replace: Impact absorbers or mounting arms if necessary to perform operation, Lock cylinder attached to panel, Latch attached to panel, Lock striker attached to panel, Rear body interior trim
Remove caulking/seam sealer for panel R&R. Replacement of caulking/seam sealer to obtain water sealing properties of the panel seams
Remove clip type moulding for base model vehicle

Not Included Operations

Refinish rear body panel
Remove and/or apply: Anti-corrosion rust resistant materials
Remove and install fuel tank assembly
Remove and install or replace: Quarter panel interior trim, Wiring and/or wiring harness
Recode lock cylinder
Remove and install adhesive exterior trim; add to clean and retape
Replace new adhesive exterior trim; deduct one-half of R&R time
Apply caulking/seam sealer for additional sound deadening and/or to replicate original factory appearance, texture or color
Install stripes, decals, transfers or overlays
Drill holes for installing exterior trim
Cut holes for installing lamps

IMPORTANT REMINDER: Sectioning of a panel may or may not be recommended by vehicle manufacturer. This procedure should only be performed when a qualified and knowledgeable technician has determined that the operation does not jeopardize the integrity of the vehicle.

IMPORTANT REMINDER: Labor times for inner panels, rails or reinforcements are with outer panels removed.