Town Car V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (1999)
6.
Remove the E-coat from the frame rail(s) and control arm mounts(s) at the coach weld positions as indicated in the illustrations. See Figures 4 and
5.
7.
Place one (1) inch coach welds onto the frame rail(s)/control arm mount(s) (starting at the edge of the mount) as indicated in the illustrations. See
Figures 4 and 5.
REINFORCEMENT BRACKET INSTALLATION
NOTE:
If equipped with an air spring, wrap the air spring in a protective welding blanket (if not previously installed during crack repair).
NOTE:
Reinforcement brackets MAY be welded onto mounts without removal of control arms.
CAUTION
Burn-through is not permitted. If any burn-through occurs, the hole must be filled.
CAUTION
Do not weld on the bends of the brackets.
CAUTION
Only remove E-coat and any weld material that interferes with reinforcement bracket fit. Do not grind frame parent metal.