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Sectioning And Partial Part Replacement: 2017 RAM 1500
I-CAR · June 8, 2018 · RAM
Summary
This article outlines the approved sectioning and partial part replacement procedures for the 2017 RAM 1500, including options for the front lower rails, upper rails, and inner/outer uniside. It highlights that while some components allow sectioning with specific backing joints, the rear rails do not have any approved replacement procedures.
What to do on the job
Verify specific joint configurations (such as a 2-inch backer for the upper rail or a combination lap/butt joint for the inner uniside) in the official FCA/Stellantis repair manual before performing any sectioning.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the labor and materials required for creating backing joints (e.g., a 2-inch backer on the upper rail) and to defend the complete replacement of rear rails since FCA/Stellantis does not provide sectioning or partial replacement procedures for them.
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