Stripped Weld Nut

WELD NUT REPAIR - STRIPPED WELD NUT

1. Remove the component from where the weld nut is to be repaired. Refer to the appropriate removal and installation procedure .
2. Inspect the weld nut and surrounding area for repair.
- If there is not enough clearance for a larger bolt stud to go through or a larger bolt head to turn, then a threaded insert will have to be installed. Follow the instructions with the thread insert repair kit.

3. If a 6 mm weld nut is stripped, drill out the hole using a letter "H" or 0.26 in (6.5 mm) drill bit. Then tap, using an 8 mm by 1.25 bit.
- Do not oversize a 6 mm weld nut by more than 8 mm.

4. If an 8 mm weld nut is stripped, drill the hole using a letter "R" or 0.3990 in (9.75 mm) drill bit. Then tap, using a 10 mm by 1.50 bit.
- Do not oversize an 8 mm weld nut by more than 10 mm.

5. Obtain the appropriate oversized screw.
6. Install the attaching screw(s) to the component.
7. Tighten the attaching screws to specification.