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Aluminum Panel Corrosion (17-0062)

WARNING: This page is about the Explorer Base, 2.0L Eng VIN 9, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Publication date: 2017-08-23
Reference number: 17-0062
Supersedes refnos: 04-25-1, 06-25-15, 16-0028

ALUMINUM PANEL CORROSION

ALUMINUM PANEL CORROSION

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 17-0062, Date of Issue:  August 23, 2017
FORD: 2000-2003 Ranger; 2005-2006 Ford GT; 2000-2007 Crown Victoria, Taurus; 2007-2010 Explorer Sport Trac; 2000-2017 Expedition; 2002-2017 Explorer; 2004-2017 F-150; 2005-2017 Mustang; 2013-2017 Fusion; 2015-2017 Edge; 2017 F-Super Duty
LINCOLN: 2000-2006 Lincoln LS; 2000-2007 Town Car; 2010-2016 MKT; 2000-2017 Navigator; 2013-2017 MKZ; 2016-2017 MKX
MERCURY: 2003-2004 Marauder; 2000-2007 Grand Marquis; 2002-2007 Sable; 2002-2010 Mountaineer
Superceded Bulletin(s): 16-0028, Date of Issue:  August 23, 2017
NOTE: This article supersedes TSB 16-0028  to update the update the model years, Issue Statement and Service Procedure.

ISSUE

Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended.

ACTION

Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

  1. Remove the affected panel. Refer to the appropriate Workshop Manual (WSM), Section as required.
  2. Remove the new panel from the packaging and clean thoroughly using products recommended in your Ford approved paint system technical manual.
  3. Apply Lord Fusor® 123EZ, 3M™ 08329 or equivalent sealer. Allow it to flash per the sealer technical data sheet (TDS) information.
  4. Scuff sand the entire panel, then clean and apply the primer or sealer as recommended by your paint system.
  5. Mix and apply the base coat and clearcoat following your Ford approved paint system technical information.
  6. Install the new panel. Refer to the appropriate WSM section as required.
    OBTAIN LOCALLY

    Obtain Locally
    Part Number Part Description
    123EZ Lord Fusor® Non-Sag Seam Sealer (Medium)
    08329 3M™ Control-Flow Seam Sealer

WARRANTY STATUS: 

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