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5.4 Corrosion Prevention
5.4.1 General
Avoid drilling into closed frame body members to
avoid the risk of corrosion from swarf.
If drilling is required, however:
•
Re-paint metal edges and protect against
corrosion after cutting or drilling operations.
•
Endeavor to remove all swarf from inside the
side member and treat to prevent corrosion.
•
Apply corrosion protection inside and outside
of the chassis frame.
5.4.2 Repairing Damaged Paint
After cutting or reworking any sheet metal on the
vehicle the damaged paint must be repaired.
Ensure all materials are compatible with the
relevant Ford specifications and maintain the
original performance where possible.
5.4.3 Under Body Protection and
Material
WARNING: Do not over-coat or
contaminate surfaces of components
such as brakes or catalytic converters.
Ensure all materials are compatible with the
relevant Ford specifications and maintain the
original performance where possible.
Some proprietary products affect the original
coatings. For specifications of corrosion protection
materials, please consult your local National Sales
Company representative.
5.4.4 Painting Road Wheels
WARNING: Do not paint wheel clamp
surfaces in contact with other wheels,
brake drum or disc, hub and holes or
surface under wheel nuts. Any further
treatment in these areas may affect the
wheel clamp performance and the vehicle
safety. Mask the wheel when changing
the color or repairing paint.
5.4.5 Contact Corrosion
When using different materials with a different
electrochemical potential, ensure that materials
are isolated from each other to prevent contact
corrosion caused by a potential difference.
Use appropriate isolation materials.
Where possible, choose materials with low level
of electrochemical potential difference.
Date of Publication: 09/2020
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