5. Apply a plastics adhesion promoter to any bare plastic part following manufacturer's recommendation. Throughout the refinish procedure, any time bare plastic is exposed for any reason, it is essential that adhesion promoter be reapplied to that area.
6. A sealer may be required to prevent wrinkling and lifting of the topcoat prior to carrying out the refinish procedure.
7. Flexible and non-flexible components should be refinished separately as a flex additive may be required when refinishing flexible parts (refer to the paint manufacturer's recommendation).
8. It is recommended to carry out refinishing of exterior components on-vehicle (after cut-in) to control color match and blending to adjacent panels.
9. Interior trim components may be refinished using Motorcraft® Interior Spray Paint or any Ford-approved paint system procedures. Steps may vary between paint manufacturers.
10. Proceed with the refinish process and follow the Ford-approved paint system procedures. Steps may vary between paint manufacturers.
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