5. For small repairs, a plastic adhesive filler can be applied to damaged area. Follow manufacturer's
directions and build layers to form a thickness above the damaged area. This will allow area to be sanded
smooth.
6. To repair large holes or cracks, measure and cut a piece of fiberglass cloth or equivalent 25.4 mm (1 in)
larger than crack or hole.
• Apply plastic repair adhesive to damaged area and immediately apply fiberglass cloth into plastic
adhesive for reinforcement. Apply additional plastic repair adhesive for strength and shape as
required.
7. Contour and shape the repair as necessary with D/A sander. Avoid sanding through the repair.
8. NOTICE: The High Voltage Traction Battery (HVTB) in a Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) can be
affected and damaged by excessively high temperatures. The temperature in some body shop paint
booths can exceed 60°C (140°F). Therefore, during refinishing operations, the paint booth
temperature must be set at or below 60°C (140°F) with a bake time of 45 minutes or less.
Temperatures in excess of 60°C (140°F) or bake durations longer than 45 minutes will require the
HVTB be removed from the vehicle prior to placing in the paint booth.
For additional information,
refer to Section 414-03 .
Finish-sand the area and carry out any required paint operations using Ford-approved paint systems.
Tab Repair — Bumper
1. NOTE: Inspect the bumper cover to determine if part can be repaired to an acceptable level of quality of
appearance, fit and durability. Will labor and material cost of the repair meet or exceed the cost of a new
replacement bumper cover? If the bumper cover is determined to be repairable, proceed to the following
steps.
NOTE: The following steps are to be used as a guideline. Depending on what brand of adhesives or patch
materials are used, procedures may vary slightly.
Remove the affected bumper. For additional information, refer to Section 501-19
.
2. Clean the broken tab(s) with a plastics wax and grease remover.
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