Body and Frame: Service and Repair

Damaged Cage Nut Service

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Caution in Cautions and Notices.
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zones in SIR.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.




3. Remove all related panels and components.
Caution: Refer toFoam Sound Deadeners Caution in Cautions and Notices.
4. Note the location and remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair () in Paint and Coatings.
5. Perform the necessary procedures to gain access to repair. Refer to Carpet Replacement (Removal and Replacement) in Interior Trim.




6. Mark cut the location for access to the cage nut.





Important: Do NOT damage any inner panels or reinforcements.


7. Cut the floor panel.




8. Remove the floor panel, accessing the cage nut.




9. Using a flat-bladed tool, pry open the cage nut retainer just enough to remove the gage nut.




10. Remove the damaged cage nut from the retainer.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the new cage nut.




2. Close the cage nut retainer onto the new cage nut.




3. Grind both mating surfaces.





Important: The adhesive has s 40-50 minute working time. Do NOT allow the adhesive to totally cure off of the vehicle.


4. Apply a 3-6 mm (1/8-1/4 in) bead of metal panel bonding adhesive GM P/N 12378566/7 (Canadian P/N 88901674/5) or equivalent to both of the mating surfaces.




5. Using a small acid brush, spread a coat of adhesive to cover all the bare metal surfaces. This will ensure corrosion protection.





Important: Do NOT pull the panels apart after joining them together. Slide the panels against each other to realign the panels if necessary.


6. Install the floor panel to the body.





Important: The adhesive has s 40-50 minute working time. Do NOT allow the adhesive to totally cure off of the vehicle.


7. Apply a 3-6 mm (1/8-1/4 in) bead of metal panel bonding adhesive GM P/N 12378566/7 (Canadian P/N 88901674/5) or equivalent to both of the mating surfaces.




8. Using a small acid brush, spread a coat of adhesive to cover all the bare metal surfaces. This will ensure corrosion protection.
9. Using lacquer thinner, remove the excess adhesive from the lower quarter panel area.
10. Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair () in Paint and Coatings.
11. Paint the repair area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems (Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems) in Paint and Coatings.
12. Complete the necessary procedures. Refer to Carpet Replacement (Removal and Replacement) in Interior Trim.
13. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zones in SIR.
14. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.