Ford Escape 2010 - Inner Body Reinforcing Panels; Body Side Inner Panels

SECTION 501-35: Body Repairs
2010 Escape, Mariner, Escape Hybrid, Mariner Hybrid Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Procedure revision date: 07/27/2009
Inner Body Reinforcing Panels
Special Tool(s)
Heat Treatment Induction Resistance
Spot Welder
254-00001
Pro 230 MIG Welder
208-00030
Material
Item
Specification
Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep
ZC-31-A
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Seam Sealer
TA-2
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Body Side Inner Panels
NOTICE: Sectioning procedures can only be carried out on the outer body side panel. No sectioning repairs
can be carried out on inner reinforcement panels. Failure to follow these instructions may compromise
structural integrity of the vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to the Ford Recommended Steel Repairability Matrix in the Specifications portion of this section for
specific information regarding steel descriptions.
NOTE: Left side shown, right side similar.