Ford Escape: Body Repairs - General Information / Description and Operation - Sealer, Underbody Protection Material and Adhesives
NOTE:
The following illustrations are examples of structural adhesive and sealer applications and are not all inclusive.
Sealers and Adhesives
The
correct adhesive bonding and sealing is essential to repairing the
vehicle correctly. Adhesives and sealers are used in many areas of the
body structure. In addition to providing a structural bond or seal
between components, adhesives and sealers can also help prevent wind
noise, water leaks, exhaust fumes and dust from entering the vehicle.
They also provide anti-corrosion barriers.
Hood Sealer
Front Door Sealer
Rear Door Sealer
Liftgate Sealer
Dash Panel and Floor Pan Sealer
Roof and Body Side Sealer
Sound Deadener Materials
Sound deadening materials are necessary for NVH
control of vehicles. It is paintable, very durable and has good
resistance to abrasion. This material may be applied in many manners. It
may be sprayed, rolled or brushed on (obtain locally).
Floor Pan NVH Control
Front Door NVH Control
Rear Door NVH Control
Roof NVH Control

Plastic Components
The
following illustration(s) are not all-inclusive of trim levels
available. The actual trim level of the vehicle will determine the
viability of carrying out a plastics repair...
Inspection
If airbags deploy.
Refer to: Inspection and Repair after a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Deployment (501-20B)
.
NOTE:
Deployable devices such as airbags, pretensioners and
inflatable belt inflators, may deploy alone or in various combinations
depending on the impact event...
Other information:
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HD Radio Technology is manufactured
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Check
NOTE:
Prior to checking driveline angularity, inspect the U-joints for correct operation.
NOTE:
An incorrect driveline angle can cause a vibration or shudder.
NOTE:
Driveline angularity is the angular relationship between the
engine crankshaft, the driveshaft and the rear axle pinion...