F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 5 (2004)
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Wipe the new quarter panel of all dust and grit, preparing it for adhesive application. See Figure 18.
2.
Blow off any dust or debris from the vehicle in the repair area.
3.
Apply a bead of adhesive approximately 6-10 mm (1/4 to 3/8 inch) wide to the flanges on the vehicle and the mating surfaces of the new outer
panel in the following locations:
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Top rail flange
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Short vertical flange at front top of bed
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Forward vertical flange
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Small area at bottom of inner panel just behind forward vertical flange
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Rear vertical flange
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Around tail lamp area
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Small area behind wheel opening beneath tail lamp area
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Wheel opening flange
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The area of the panel that contacts the wheel opening foam sealer
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Apply an extra bead of adhesive to the inside corner around the wheel opening on the new quarter panel