TSB-16-0079

ROOF OPENING PANEL - RATTLE/POP/TAP/TICK NOISE FROM THE
TOP OF THE B-PILLAR - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 8/10/2015
TSB 16-0079
FORD:
2015 Edge
ISSUE
Some 2015 Edge vehicles equipped with a roof opening panel and built on or before 8/10/2015 may exhibit a rattle, pop,
tap and/or tick noise coming from the roof at the top of the B-pillar. Noise can be heard above and behind the driver
and/or passenger front seats.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Does the vehicle exhibit a rattle, pop, tap and/or tick noise at the top of the B-pillar when going over bumps?
a. Yes - proceed to step 2.
b. No - this article does not apply. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 100-04 for normal diagnostics.
2. Position the roof opening panel to the full open position.
3. Remove the roof opening panel side trim panel on the affected side. Refer to WSM, Section 501-17.
4. Locate the roof opening panel net pad. Passenger side shown, driver side similar. (Figure 1)
Figure 1 - Article 16-0079
5. Using a straightedge and a depth micrometer or other suitable measuring device, measure the depth of the roof
opening panel net pad in the center of the square. Record the measurement.
6. Place a 2 cm (3/4") brass punch in the center of the roof opening panel net pad.
7. Using a 5 lb. dead blow hammer, hit the brass punch with enough force to indent the roof opening panel net pad
sheet metal 2 mm (1/16").
NOTE: The information contained in Technical Service Bulletins is intended for use by trained, professional technicians with the knowledge, tools, and equipment to do the job
properly and safely. It informs these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or provides information that could assist in proper vehicle service.The
procedures should not be performed by "do-it-yourselfers". Do not assume that a condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership
to determine whether the bulletin applies to your vehicle. Warranty Policy and Extended Service Plan documentation determine Warranty and/or Extended Service Plan
coverage unless stated otherwise in the TSB article.The information in this Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) was current at the time of printing. Ford Motor Company reserves
the right to supercede this information with updates.The most recent information is available through Ford Motor Company's on-line technical resources.
Copyright © 2016 Ford Motor Company
Online Publication Date May 4, 2016
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a. Using a straightedge and a depth micrometer or other suitable measuring device, measure the depth of the
indentation in the roof opening panel net pad. Subtract the measurement taken in Step 5 from this measurement to
make sure a 2 mm (1/16") indentation has been made. If a 2 mm (1/16") indentation has not been made, repeat the
step.
(1)
Indenting the roof opening panel sheet metal more than 2 mm (1/16") may cause deformation of the roof
opening panel frame. This may prevent the roof opening panel side trim panel from setting flush against roof
opening panel glass.
8. Clean the roof opening panel side trim panel and roof sheet metal with isopropyl alcohol in the locations shown. (Figures
2-3)
Figure 2 - Article 16-0079
Figure 3 - Article 16-0079
9. Apply a one step urethane glass primer to the roof opening panel side trim panel in the locations shown. (Figure 2)
10. Apply a 10 mm (3/8") wide X 15 mm (9/16") tall bead of urethane adhesive a minimum of 30 mm (1-1/8") long to the roof
opening panel frame in the locations shown. (Figure 3)
11. Reinstall the roof opening panel side trim panel. Refer to WSM, Section 501-17.
Part Number
5500/5500A/5500SA
ASAP+/206 G+P
Obtain Locally
Part Description
Isopropyl Alcohol
Dow® - Urethane Adhesive - Betaseal™ Express / Glass
Primer - Betaprime™ / Applicator
Sika Urethane Adhesive - Sika Tack® / Urethane Metal and
Glass Primer
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PART NUMBER
PART NAME
FT4Z-5852118-B
A-Clip (3 Req)
FT4Z-5852118-D
Strap Clip (4 Req)
OPERATION
DESCRIPTION
TIME
160079A
2015 Edge: Indent The Roof Opening Panel And Apply Urethane
Following The Service Procedure On One (1) Side Of The Vehicle (Do
Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations)
0.4 Hr.
160079B
2015 Edge: Indent The Roof Opening Panel And Apply Urethane
Following The Service Procedure On Both (2) Sides Of The Vehicle (Do
Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations)
0.6 Hr.
WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
Warranty/ESP coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. Warranty/ESP coverage limits are
determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool.
DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO.
5850056
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CONDITION CODE
07