Ford Fusion: Body Repairs - General Information / Noise, Vibration and Harshness. Description and Operation
Sound Deadeners and Insulators
NOTICE:
Mastic is made of a combustible material and should be
removed prior to carrying out welding procedures to the area. Heat zones
from welding near mastic may cause the mastic material to burn.
NOTICE:
Corrosion protection must be restored to the area after the
mastic material is applied. Corrosion protection products may be wax
based and loss of adhesion may occur if applied prior to mastic
installation.
NOTE:
The following illustrations serve as a reference to
indicate mastic patch (butyl) locations. Additional insulators and sound
deadeners are used beyond those indicated in these illustrations.
Floor Pan
Roof Panel
Roof Panel with Roof Opening Panel
Front Door
Rear Door

Adhesives
NOTE:
The following illustrations are examples of structural adhesive application and are not all inclusive.
Body Side Outer to Body Side Inner
NOTE:
Left Hand (LH) side shown, Right Hand (RH) side similar...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Rust Protection Coating Gun
Undercoating Gun
Materials
Name
Specification
ValuGard™ Premium UndercoatingVG101, VG101A
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ValuGard™ Rust InhibitorVG104, VG104A
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Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep WipesZC-31-B
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Repair
NOTE:
Undercoating
NOTE:
The following illustrations are not vehicle spe..
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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute design. Tighten fa..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Removal
NOTE:
60 percent seat shown, 40 percent seat similar.
Remove the head restraints.
NOTE:
Backrest trim cover removed for clarity.
Release the locking tabs and remove the rear head restraint guide sleeves.
Use the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
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