Expedition 4WD V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1998)
Technical Service Bulletin # 98-3-3
Date: 980216
Paint - Surface Defect Removal Without Repainting
Article No.
98-3-3
02/16/98
PAINT - SURFACE DEFECT REMOVAL WITHOUT REPAINTING - SERVICE TIP
FORD:
1997 ASPIRE, PROBE, THUNDERBIRD
1997-98 CONTOUR
1998 CROWN VICTORIA, ESCORT, MUSTANG, TAURUS
LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1997 COUGAR
1997-98 MYSTIQUE
1998 CONTINENTAL, GRAND MARQUIS, MARK VIII, SABLE, TOWN CAR, TRACER
LIGHT TRUCK:
1997 AEROSTAR
1997-98 EXPEDITION, EXPLORER, F-150, F-250 LD, F-250 LD, MOUNTAINEER, RANGER, VILLAGER, WINDSTAR
1998 ECONOLINE, NAVIGATOR
1999 SUPER DUTY F SERIES
MEDIUM/HEAVY TRUCK:
1997 AEROMAX, CARGO SERIES, F & B SERIES, L SERIES, LOUISVILLE
ISSUE:
Exterior paint surface maintenance or damage repair where the basecoat does not show through should be restored without repainting. The restoration of
gloss and luster may be enhanced with new techniques and three new Ford approved materials.
ACTION:
The following procedure is applicable to repair surface conditions such as dirt particles, "orange peel," runs, sags, industrial fallout stains, swirl marks,
and scratches.
Parts Block
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
OASIS CODES: 106000
Preparation
The affected surface must be clean and dry to be repaired. Mask off adjacent panels, mouldings, stripe, and character lines as required.
CAUTION:
EYE PROTECTION SHOULD BE WORN. JEWELRY, WATCHES, AND BELT BUCKLES MUST BE REMOVED OR COVERED TO
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE TO PAINT FINISH.
NOTE:
CHECK PAINT FILM THICKNESS BEFORE AND AFTER PERFORMANCE OF REPAIRS. MAXIMUM PAINT FILM REMOVAL IS 0.3 OF
