Ford Ecosport: Rear End Sheet Metal Repairs / Removal and Installation - Rear Wheelhouse Outer

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Materials

Removal

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

1. Remove the following items:
   1. 
      Refer to: Quarter Panel LH (501-30 Rear End Sheet Metal Repairs, Removal and Installation).
      

1. NOTE: Cut-line shown as a guideline, wheelhouse may be sectioned as required to meet repair needs.

   Cut damaged portion of the wheelhouse panel and remove.
   Use the General Equipment: Air Body Saw
   Use the General Equipment: Spherical Cutter

Installation

1. Refer to: Joining Techniques (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, General Procedures).
   

1. Cut replacement section from the service panel.
   Use the General Equipment: Air Body Saw
   Use the General Equipment: Spherical Cutter

1. Install replacement panel and clamp in position.
   Use the General Equipment: Locking Pliers

1. Seam weld the entire joint.
   Use the General Equipment: MIG/MAG Welding Equipment

1. Metal finish the joint using typical metal finishing techniques.
   

1. Seam sealing: All seams must be seal to production level.
   Material: Seam Sealer / TA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM

1. Refinish the entire repair using a Ford approved paint system .
   

1. Restore corrosion protection.
   Refer to: Corrosion Prevention (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, General Procedures).
   

1. Install the following items:
   1. 
      Refer to: Quarter Panel LH (501-30 Rear End Sheet Metal Repairs, Removal and Installation).