Navigator 2WD V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1999)
8.
Sand with a DA sander using 360 grit sand paper the lower areas of the door/tailgate where paint was disturbed, keeping the repair area small.
Feather edge for a paint blend as necessary. Blow off the panel with clean compressed air. Clean the panels with wax and remover.
9.
Mix and brush on Ford approved epoxy or self-etching primer to all bare hem flange areas on the bottom of the door/tailgate. Bake at 140°F (60°
C) panel temperature per manufacturers label instructions.
10.
Install the Motorcraft TA-1 adhesive cartridge into the application gun 501-040. Squeeze out some material to purge the cartridge. Install the tip
on the cartridge and squeeze out some material to make sure of even mixing of the adhesive components.
11.
Apply the adhesive between the hem flange and bottom of the inner door/tailgate panel. Work time is 45 minutes at 70°F (21°C). Adhesive cure
time is 8 hours.
12.
Use TOOL 501-080 to re-hem (close down) the hem flange. Start in a corner, and insert the center of the tool over the area to close down and hit
with a hammer.
13.
Install the Motorcraft TA-2 urethane cartridge into the application gun 501-040. Squeeze out some material to purge the cartridge. Install the tip
on the cartridge and squeeze out some material to make sure of even mixing of the adhesive components.
14.
Apply Motorcraft TA-2 urethane seam sealer around the door/tailgate hem flange to give a finished appearance.
15.
Remove any residual sealer with adhesive remover. Sealer is paintable in 10 minutes and within 24 hours.
16.
Mask the door/tailgate for color application.
17.
Mix and apply Ford approved basecoat color to the inside of the door/tailgate area and allow material to flash off.
18.
Mix and apply Ford approved clearcoat to inside of the door/tailgate and bake at 140°F (60°C) panel temperature per following manufacturers
recommended baking time.
19.
Spray Dominion Sure Seal Amber anti corrosion coating (24011) to the inside of the door/tailgate at the hem location. Do not plug drain holes.
20.
Demask the vehicle and, reinstall the inner door panel or tailgate moldings.
SPECIAL TOOLS
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501-078/1 RH Hem Opening Tool (Tools are direct ship from O.T.C.)
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501-078/2 LH Hem Opening Tool
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501-080 Hem Closing Tool
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501-040 Adhesive Gun (Adhesive Gun not included in kits. This is a commonly used commercially available gun. Must be ordered separately
from Rotunda.)
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