C–Pillar Reinforcement
Repair Information
- Review all collision repair general practices and safety documentation and wear the appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) before beginning this procedure.
- This procedure can be completed without using a frame bench.
Parts List
| Quantity | Description | Image / Notes |
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| 1 | ASY C PLR EXTENSION (C–Pillar Reinforcement) |
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| 11 |
Rivet, 4.8 mm
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| 1 |
Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm
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| For section repair only: 6 |
Countersunk Rivet, 4.8 mm Short
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| 2 |
 or  Flow Form Rivets, S08
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| 4 |
 or  Flow Form Rivets, S18
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| 1 |
 or  Flow Form Rivets, S28
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| 1 |
 or  Flow Form Rivets, S38
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When ordering parts, refer to the Parts Catalog and enter the VIN of the vehicle being repaired to find the correct parts (and the part numbers) for the vehicle. Alternatively, use the search function in the Parts Catalog to find a specific part for the vehicle.
C–Pillar Reinforcement Section Descriptions
| C–Pillar Reinforcement Sectioning | ||
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| The C–Pillar Reinforcement (shown below) is a single component, and can be replaced as a single repair: | ||
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Alternatively, instead of replacing the complete C–Pillar Reinforcement, the lower portion of the C–Pillar Reinforcement can be replaced using the cut line described in this document. |
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| C–Pillar Reinforcement Sections |
| C–Pillar Reinforcement Section Descriptions | |
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C–Pillar Reinforcement Lower Section
Note
Create a backing plate
from
the remaining portion of the new component, and install it
as indicated. |
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Repair Procedure
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Remove the necessary portion
of the Quarter Outer Skin to expose the underlying component being
replaced.
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Remove the original component.
or 
Factory Spot Welds
or 
Factory SPRs
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Prepare for installation.
or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm
- A = 25 mm.
- B = 11 mm.
- Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
- Install the new component or components.
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Install the portion of the
Quarter Outer Skin that was removed to expose the component
being replaced.
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Install the fasteners as indicated.
or Flow Form Rivets, S18
- C = 11 mm.
- D = 15 mm.
or Flow Form Rivets, S38
- C = 11 mm.
- E = 68 mm.
- Perform any necessary post-repair operations.
