Body - Overview
Insulation
Insulation is used as a sound-deadener to reduce exterior road and powertrain noises from the interior of the vehicle. Mastic insulators are also used as insulation. Insulation is installed:
under the roof. above and below the instrument panel. at the cowl side panels. over the front and rear floorpans. inside the B-, C- and D-pillar sections. on the wheelhouse/quarter panel. behind the rear quarter trim panel.
Other forms of insulation include:
front tunnel stiffening pad. dash panel stiffener. rear wheelhouse mastic pads.
It has heat-bonded mastic deadeners for improved NVH characteristics.
It also has sound dampeners located inside the D-pillar and plug holes in the inner rear quarter.
Body Sealer Types and Applications
Seam Sealer
heavy-bodied, non-sag adhesive/sealer used on standing cosmetic seams, truck bed seams, tooled door skin seams and floorpans. can be used on water leaks and noise concerns.
Silicone Gasket and Sealant
form-in-place gasket and multi-purpose adhesive/sealant. room temperature curing silicone rubber.
Silicone Spray Lubricant
keeps the door and window weatherstrip pliable and soft. makes the door easier to close. retards weatherstrip squeaks. retards weatherstrip wear. helps retain door window alignment by reducing friction between the glass frame and the rubber weatherstrip. should not be used prior to painting.
Trim and Weatherstrip Adhesive
quick drying, strong adhesive designed to hold weatherstripping onto all body panels and surrounding metal.
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