17. Place the service part(s) in the correct position on the vehicle.
18. When positioned, do not pull the component away from the vehicle. If repositioning is necessary, slide the service part(s). This will make sure of correct contact between the components and adhesive.
19. Clamp evenly and tightly. The adhesive contains glass beads which will prevent over-clamping the component.
20. NOTE: Welding can be carried out anytime during the adhesive curing process or after the adhesive is fully cured.
NOTE: If welding will not be carried out immediately, refer to product label for cure times and handling instructions. Clamps may be removed immediately after the component is welded.
Wipe excess adhesive from the panel before it cures.
21. Complete the plug-welding process following Ford recommendations. Refer to: Specifications (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, Specifications). Use the General Equipment: MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
22. Finish any cosmetic section seams with fiber-filled body filler. Rough sand the filler, apply conventional body filler after the adhesive cures and block-sand the area.
23. Mix and apply primer surfacer per Ford-approved paint recommendations.
24. Seal wherever a cosmetic seam sealer is required. Material : Seam Sealer / TA-2-B
25. Refinish using a Ford approved paint system.
26. Refer to: Corrosion Prevention (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, General Procedures). Material : ValuGard™ Premium Undercoating / VG101, VG101A Material : ValuGard™ Rust Inhibitor / VG104, VG104A
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