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OEM Linking Pin: RAM Running Board Mounting Location Repairability
I-CAR · March 6, 2024 · RAM, FCA, Stellantis
Summary
This article highlights a new repair procedure established by FCA/Stellantis for repairing torn-out running board mounting locations on RAM inner rocker panels, eliminating the need to replace the entire part. The procedure was created in response to an I-CAR OEM Linking Pin inquiry and is now published in the RAM body repair manuals.
What to do on the job
Refer to the RAM vehicle-specific body repair manual under Collision Information > Standard Procedures > Inner Rocker Repair - Step Bar/Running Board Damage to repair the mounting location instead of replacing the entire inner rocker panel.
How to use it
Use this document to justify repairing a damaged running board mounting location on RAM trucks rather than performing a costly and invasive full inner rocker panel replacement. Reference the specific path in the RAM body repair manual (Collision Information > Standard Procedures > Inner Rocker Repair - Step Bar/Running Board Damage) when writing the estimate or defending the repair method to insurers.
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