Fleetwood FWD V8-300 4.9L (1993)
B and C. Apply this sealer for the full length of the cowl seam from the center line of the vehicle to the left edge of the cowl plenum.
5.
Allow the scaling material to dry for 15 minutes before applying second coat.
NOTE:
Allow the sealer to dry completely before water testing.
6.
Water test the area to ensure repair is satisfactory.
7.
Reinstall the left cowl grille and wiper components.
8.
Torque wiper arm attachment to 23 N-m (17 lbs.ft.).
For vehicles repaired under warranty use Labor Operation C0010. Use published Labor Operation time.
Repair Procedure For Cowl/Hinge Pillar Seam
1.
Position vehicle on hoist.
2.
Open and raise hood to full open position and disconnect battery.
3.
Disconnect all component attachments to the inner fender liner on the affected side of the vehicle.
4.
Raise the vehicle on hoist, and remove wheel and tire on the affected side of the vehicle.
5.
Remove front wheelhouse liner to gain access to the front body hinge pillar seams (the vertical seam at the dash to front body hinge pillar and the
horizontal seam at the floor pan to the dash.
6.
Apply body seam sealer to the seams.
7.
Water test the area to ensure repair is satisfactory.
8.
Reinstall the wheelhouse liner.
9.
Lower the vehicle and reinstall the components attached to the liner.
10.
Reconnect the battery, lower the hood, and remove the body from the hoist.
For vehicles repaired under warranty use Labor Operations T3343 (RH) and 73344 (LH). Use published Labor Operation time.
Door Weatherstrip Water Leaks
Materials Required For Door Weatherstrip Sealing
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Use sealers such as:
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3M P/N's 08302 or 08405
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Dominion/American Sure Seal P/N LSC
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Kent P/N 10500
NOTE:
Do not use black type sealers that remain soft or "uncured" for sealing door opening weatherstrips to flanges.
