03/07/2024 16:02:58

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
1	REINFORCED C-PILLAR (C–Pillar Reinforcement)
27	Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm Short
10	Flow Form Rivet S08
1	Flow Form Rivet S28

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.

Repair Procedure

Remove the Quarter Outer Skin.
Refer to the procedure that is appropriate for the vehicle being repaired:
Remove the original component.

or Factory Spot Welds

or Factory SPRs
Prepare for installation.

Note
A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.

or Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm Short

or Flow Form Rivets, S08

or Flow Form Rivets, S28
Prepare for installation.

Note
A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.

or Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm Short

or Flow Form Rivets, S08

or Flow Form Rivets, S28
Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
Install the new component or components.
Install the Quarter Outer Skin.
Refer to the procedure that is appropriate for the vehicle being repaired:
Perform any necessary post-repair operations.