Weld-Bonding — Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRW) Method
WARNING: Collision damage repair must conform to the instructions contained in this workshop
manual. Replacement components must be new, genuine Ford Motor Company parts. Recycled, salvaged,
aftermarket or reconditioned parts (including body parts, wheels or safety restraint components) are not
authorized by Ford.
Departure from the instructions provided in this manual, including alternate repair methods or the use of
substitute components, risks compromising crash safety. Failure to follow these instructions may adversely
affect structural integrity and crash safety performance, which could result in serious personal injury to
vehicle occupants in a crash.
WARNING: Invisible ultraviolet and infrared rays emitted in welding can injure unprotected eyes and
skin. Always use protection such as a welder's helmet with dark-colored filter lenses of the correct density.
Electric welding will produce intense radiation, therefore, filter plate lenses of the deepest shade providing
adequate visibility are recommended. It is strongly recommended that persons working in the weld area wear
flash safety goggles. Also wear protective clothing. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING: Always refer to Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) when handling chemicals and wear
protective equipment as directed. Examples may include but are not limited to respirators and chemically
resistant gloves. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Always wear protective equipment including eye protection with side shields, and a dust
mask when sanding or grinding. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE: Corrosion protection needs to be restored whenever it is necessary to grind through painted surfaces or E-
coat, or when bare metal repairs are made. For additional information, refer to
Restoring Corrosion Protection
Following Repair in this section.
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