MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Body & Paint

Corrosion Prevention

501-25 Body Repairs - General Information

2016 MustangReference 2,198 / 6,619HTML edition
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Repair

NOTE: Rust Inhibitor

1. The surfaces must be free of oil, dirt and other foreign material. Carry out the process in the following sequence.

2. Thoroughly clean and degrease metal surfaces to remove wax and grease. Material : Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep / ZC-31-A

3. For best results, the vehicle should be at room temperature. Attach the rust inhibitor canister to the special tool . Use Special Service Tool: 300-SAT9795 HRS Rust Gun. Material : ValuGard™ Rust Inhibitor / VG104, VG104A

4. Rust inhibitor should be applied after the welding and refinishing process. Product cannot be welded through.

5. Air pressure setting for applicator gun is 448 kPa (64.97 psi) - 517 kPa (74.98 psi).

6. Use the appropriate length wand when spraying enclosed areas. Insert the wand as far as possible into the access hole, pull the trigger and wait 2-3 seconds and slowly pull the wand out of the access hole. Apply the material in light mist coats. Material displaces moisture.

7. Clean up any overspray with a mild solvent such as mineral spirits or bug and tar remover.

8. NOTE: Door assembly lower view.

Apply as shown to the inside of the door shell on all the interior metal surfaces using the most suitable applicator wand. Apply material to the exposed edges after carrying out the welding process. Make sure horizontal surfaces are well protected as they are more susceptible to corrosion. Keep door drain holes clear to prevent moisture buildup. Material : ValuGard™ Rust Inhibitor / VG104, VG104A

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