Diagonal brace stud sheared

[rettedm]

Hi, i sheared off one of the studs that holds the diagonal brace to the aluminum suspension framework while removing the brace to change my tranny fluid. The stud was corroded and twisted off with little effort while removing the nut.

It looks like these studs are pressed in to the aluminum and I plan to try pressing it out with a little heat. Does anyone have any experience with these studs?

(Round head stud pressed through from the back of the aluminum, it protrudes through and locates the sheet metal brace and the diagonal brace.)

Thanks, Dave

[Tool Pants]

Draw a line to the broken stud using this pic.

[rettedm]

Well, it turns out the studs press out easily....they have knurling like wheel studs and are available from the dealer.

I usede a little heat but it may not be needed.

Part Number: 999 080 031 09

Dave