28/02/2020 13:51:58

Bracket - Apron Attachment - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 10100102

Special tool recommended for this procedure:

  • Blind Rivet Tool
  • Ball Peen Hammer
  • 4 mm Pin Punch

Removal

  1. Open the hood for access.
  2. Remove the LH underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Use a clip prytool to release the clips that attaches the LH outer hood hinge cover.
  4. Use a drill with a 19 mm bit to remove and discard the top of the rivet that attaches the apron attachment bracket to the vehicle.
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    Warning
    To avoid personal injury, eye protection must be worn when performing this operation.
  5. Use a 4 mm pin punch and ball peen hammer to remove and discard the bottom portion of the rivet that attaches the apron attachment bracket to the vehicle.
    Tip: Use a 19 mm socket to support LH apron attachment bracket against the body while removing the bottom of the rivet.
  6. Use a 10 mm deep socket to remove the bolt that attaches the LH apron attachment bracket to the body (torque 8 Nm).
  7. Remove the LH apron attachment bracket from the vehicle.

Installation

  1. Position the new LH apron attachment bracket for installation.
    Tip: You can insert the rivet into place to help position and hold the LH apron attachment bracket.
  2. Use a 10 mm deep socket to install the bolt that attaches the LH apron attachment bracket to the body (torque 8 Nm).
  3. Use the Blind Rivet Tool to install a new rivet (1005459-00-A) that attaches the apron attachment bracket to the vehicle.
  4. Install the clips that attaches the LH outer hood hinge cover.
  5. Install the LH underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Close the hood.