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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hose Clamp(s)
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
WARNING:
Always allow the engine to cool before opening the
cooling system...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Using a non-marring tool release and position the light sensor.
Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the light sensor...