Lincoln Aviator: Body Repairs - General Information / Description and Operation - Impact of Insufficient Repair Quality
Body
repairs usually require a significant level of intervention in the
existing body shell structure. The corrosion protection, seals and NVH components are destroyed and must be replaced.
To
prevent the vehicle quality from being compromised due to a poor
quality repair, all repairs must be inspected during and after the
accident repair.
NOTE:
Logs of the acceptance of individual operations are a useful
tool for quality assurance. A comprehensive final inspection should be
carried out.
In
the process, the entire repair sequence must be split into meaningful
sections, with the creation of check points to which particular
attention must be paid.
The following are some recommended checkpoints sequences:
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During and after body work.
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Final assembly, ancillary components, functional tests.
After completion of the body repairs, the following areas should be checked:
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Inspection for functionality of mechanical and electrical components.
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Vehicle must be restored to pre-accident manufacturers design condition.
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Check fit of all body panels, weld and screw connections
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Check fit of ancillary components such as doors and hood.
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Inspect the integrity of all bonded/riveted seams.
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Inspect the quality of welded seams.
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Check seals, plugs and NVH components.
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Corrosion protection must be restored to pre-accident level.
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Check that the vehicle is in correct condition for painting.
After final assembly, a visual inspection and functional inspection is required.
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Check repair area for flaws in paint or incorrect fit of body panels.
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Check installation of all trim components for gaps, rattles or poor alignment and fit.
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Check operation of mechanical components such as door glass and seat operation.
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Check operation of electrical components such as roof opening panel, door locks and audio systems.
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Check for air or water leaks in repaired area.
To ensure a quality repair, perform a pre-delivery vehicle inspection.
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Check corrosion protection, sound damping matting and rubber seals.
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Check paint for overspray, runs, drips and sags.
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Check the cleanliness of the vehicle.
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Perform functional check of the mechanical and electrical components.
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Check for squeaks and rattles.
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Check for wind noises and water leaks.
Partial Replacement
Item
Description
1
Sectioning area
2
Manufacture weld joint
Decision Criteria
The following points a crucial to the decision of complete or partial replacement of the part(s)...
Plastic Components
NOTE:
Left hand side shown, right hand side similar.
The
following illustration is not all-inclusive of trim levels available...
Other information:
Transmission Cooling
The
transmission fluid cooling system consists of a heat exchanger mounted
to the transmission. Transmission fluid cooler tubes connect the
transmission to the heat exchanger. The heat exchanger has both
transmission fluid and engine coolant flowing through it in separate
chambers...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
205-153
(T80T-4000-W)
Handle
303-1246Engine Spreader BarTKIT-2006UF-FLMTKIT-2006UF-ROW
303-1247VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and InstallerTKIT-2006UF-FLMTKIT-2006UF-ROW
303-1248Camshaft holding toolsTKIT-2006UF-FLMTKIT-2006UF-ROW
303-1250Seal Installer, Rear MainTKIT-2006UFFLM
303-1531Installer, Front Crank Seal and Damper
303-1633Remover, Roller Rocker FollowerTKIT-2014D-ROW3TKIT-2014D-FL_ROW
303-1634Lift Eyes (2)TKIT-2014D-ROW3TKIT-2014D-FL_ROW
303-1696Camshaft holding fixture
303-335
(T88T-6701-A)
Installer, Front Cover Oil SealTKIT-1988-FLMTKIT-1988-F
Floor Crane
Mounting Stand
Plastic Scraper
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Piston Ring Compressor
Vise
Vise Jaw Protectors
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV SiliconeTA-357
WSE-M4G323-A6
Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket RemoverZC-30-A
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Flange SealantCU7Z-19B508-A
WSS-M2G348-A11
Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep WipesZC-31-B
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Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts CleanerPM-4-A, PM-4-B
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NOTICE:
During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely
important...