Rear Side Member

4. Remove the following items:

1. Refer to: Rear Subframe (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).

2. Refer to: Fuel Tank (310-01A Fuel Tank and Lines - 2.3L EcoBoost (231kW/314PS), Removal and Installation).

3. As equipped Refer to: Evaporative Emission Canister (303-13A Evaporative Emissions - 2.3L EcoBoost (231kW/314PS), Removal and Installation).

4. As equipped Refer to: Evaporative Emission Canister (303-13B Evaporative Emissions - 3.7L Duratec (227kW/301PS), Removal and Installation).

5. As equipped Refer to: Evaporative Emission Canister (303-13C Evaporative Emissions - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT/5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (308kW/418PS), Removal and Installation).

6. Refer to: Back Panel and Reinforcement (501-30 Rear End Sheet Metal Repairs, Removal and Installation).

5. Position the carpet and wiring harness away from the working area.

6. Remove spot welds as required and remove rear side member from damaged side(s).

Installation

1. Refer to: Joining Techniques (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, General Procedures).

2. Metal finish repair area as required using typical metal finishing techniques.

3. Sealing work: All areas must be sealed to production level. Material : Seam Sealer / TA-2-B

4. Refinish using a Ford approved paint system.

5. Restore corrosion protection. Refer to: Corrosion Prevention (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, General Procedures).

6. Install the following items:

1. Refer to: Rear Subframe (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).

2. Refer to: Fuel Tank (310-01A Fuel Tank and Lines - 2.3L EcoBoost (231kW/314PS), Removal and Installation).