Ford 2001 Ranger, Manual

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414-03B-92 414-03B-92 High Voltage/Traction Battery — Nickel Metal Hydride
GENERAL PROCEDURES (Continued)
2. Remove the damaged bracket or locator using a
heat gun positioned at least 150 mm (6 in) from
the part being removed. The gun will heat the
adhesive and allow the part to be removed.
Keep the gun moving over the part in order to
prevent exposing the composite material to
excessive heat. Once the adhesive softens, the
part can be removed and discarded.
3. Scrape and sand off all of the remaining
adhesive. The surface must be clean and
roughly sanded for correct adhesion.
4. Clean the area with alcohol.
5. Prepare a mixture of Pilogrip urethane adhesive
and apply it to the bonding area.
6. Position a new bracket. The adhesive should be
1-2 mm (.04-.08 in) thick for correct bonding.
Do not squeeze out excessive amounts of the
adhesive or the bond may fail.
7. Allow the adhesive to cure for 1 hour at 24
°
C
(75
°
F). After curing, excess adhesive may be
trimmed using a sharp knife.
Battery Tray Seal
1. NOTE: The seal surrounds the entire battery
tray to prevent moisture in the battery case.
Minor splits or gouges within the seal will not
affect the performance of the traction battery.
Significant rips or tears require replacement of
the seal.
Remove damaged seal by peeling it away from
the battery tray.
2. Scrape away any remaining seal pieces stuck to
the battery tray.
3. Clean the area with alcohol.
4. Place the new seal on the battery tray by
peeling back the white strip to expose the
adhesive. Start at one end of the seal to
maintain a good fit.
2001 Ranger EV, 01/2001