Seat Latch: Service and Repair
STRIKER ASSEMBLY REAR SEAT BACK LATCH - WAGON1. Note amount and location of spot welds.
2. Remove sealer and drill spot welds from:
a. Rear wheel housing.
b. Rear shock tower cap.
NOTE: Clean all weld seams with a wire brush, prime and seal all repair areas. Apply permanent underbody sealant. It is important that proper corrosion protection processes are used on all repair areas. Prime with two-part catalyzed primer. Apply sealers and corrosion protection materials according to information in the paint manufacturer's recommendations.
3. Clean surface for welding and grind primer off new part at connecting points. Apply 3M(R) Weld-Thru Coating P/N 05913 (or equivalent) to all areas to be welded.
4. Measure and align, clamp in place.
5. Use MIG to plug weld.