Lincoln Aviator: Body and Paint / Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks
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WARNING:
Invisible ultraviolet and infrared rays emitted in welding
can injure unprotected eyes and skin. Always use protection such as a
welder's helmet with dark-colored filter lenses of the correct density...
The body consists of the following:
Front bumper constructed of high-strength aluminum
Rear bumper constructed of Boron and HSLA ultra high-strength steels
Front frame rails constructed of high-strength aluminum
Rear frame rails constructed of Boron ultra high-strength steel
Fender reinforcement tube constructed of Dual Phase (DP) 800 high-strength steel
Cast aluminum fender apron assembly
Liftgate outer panel constructed of mild steel
Body structure constructed of Boron, Dual Phase (DP) and high-strength steels
Roof panel reinforcements constructed of Dual Phase (DP) 600 and mild steel
Bolted, removable front fenders, hinged doors and hood
Bodyside outer panels constructed of mild steel
Steel hood hinges
Mastic pads used on floor pan for sound deadening
Front End Panel Margining
NOTE:
Margining specifications apply to left hand (LH) and right hand (RH) side of the vehicle unless stated...
Other information:
Opening the Hood
Open the left-hand front door.
Fully pull the hood release lever and let
it completely retract.Note: This action releases the hood latch.
Fully pull the hood release lever for a
second time.Note: This action fully releases the hood...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Release the clips and remove the finish panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Release the clips and remove the switch...