GM Part Replacement Without A Procedure

I-CAR · August 22, 2025 · Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac

Summary

This article outlines GM's guidelines for replacing service parts when a vehicle-specific procedure is not available. In such cases, technicians must use the 'Resistance Spot Welded Full Panel Replacement' or 'MIG Welded Full Panel Replacement' procedures for panels replaced at factory seams.

What to do on the job

Refer to and follow the 'Resistance Spot Welded Full Panel Replacement' or 'MIG Welded Full Panel Replacement' procedures in the GM body repair manual when no vehicle-specific procedure exists.

How to use it

When writing an estimate or defending a supplement for a GM vehicle where a specific panel replacement procedure is missing from the service manual, use this document to justify billing for and performing either the general Resistance Spot Welded or MIG Welded Full Panel Replacement procedures.

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