Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual - part 1288

Fig. 71: Applying Metal Bonding Adhesive 
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8. Apply a 3-6 mm (1/8-1/4 in) bead of metal bonding adhesive along the front portion of the door shell (1). 

 

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Collision Repair - - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & 

Silverado

  

Fig. 72: View Of Outer Door Panel 
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9. Install the door outer panel to the door shell.  

10. Clamp the door outer panel into position, as required. 

IMPORTANT: Do NOT pull the panels apart after being joined together. Slide the panels 

against each other to realign the panels.

 

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Collision Repair - - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & 

Silverado

  

Fig. 73: Re-Hemming The Hem Flanges 
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11. Using a hammer re-hem the hem flanges around the door shell. 

Continue to hammer in stages along the hem flanges. 

12. Remove the excess adhesive from the door panel area.  

13. Install the door to the vehicle. Inspect the door outer panel for proper alignment; then adjust the 

alignment, as required. Refer to Rear Door Replacement (Extended Cab) or Rear Door Replacement 
(Crew Cab) . 

 

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Collision Repair - - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & 

Silverado

  

Fig. 74: MIG Welding Outer Door Panel 
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14. Using metal-inert gas (MIG), weld the door outer panel to the door frame in the locations noted at the 

upper door frame.  

15. Clean and prepare all welded surfaces. 

 

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Collision Repair - - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & 

Silverado