TSB 19-2026

19-2026
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Aluminum Panel Corrosion
06 February
2019
This bulletin supersedes 17-0062 . Reason for update: Concern Carryover to New Model
Model:
Ford
2000-2007 Crown Victoria
2015-2018 Edge
2003-2018 Expedition
2002-2018 Explorer
2007-2010 Explorer Sport Trac
2004-2018 F-150
2017-2018 F-Super Duty
2013-2018 Fusion
2005-2006 GT
2005-2018 Mustang
2000-2003 Ranger
2000-2007 Taurus
Lincoln
2017-2018 Continental
2000-2006 LS
2010-2016 MKT
2016-2018 MKX
2013-2018 MKZ
2000-2018 Navigator
2000-2007 Town Car
Mercury
2000-2007 Grand Marquis
2003-2004 Marauder
2002-2010 Mountaineer
2002-2007 Sable
Summary
This article supersedes TSB 17-0062 to update the model years.
Issue: Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit
corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel
replacement is recommended.
Action: Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition
Parts
Part Number Description
Obtain Locally
Quantity
123EZ
Lord Fusor® Non-Sag Seam Sealer (Medium)
1
08329
3M™ Control-Flow Seam Sealer
1
Warranty Status: Information Only.
Repair/Claim Coding
Causal Part:
IN
Condition Code: 01
Service Procedure
1. Remove the affected panel. Refer to the appropriate Workshop Manual (WSM) section as required.
2. Remove the new panel from the packaging and clean thoroughly using products recommended in your Ford
approved paint system technical manual.
3. Apply Lord Fusor® Non-Sag Seam Sealer (Medium), 3M™ Control-Flow Seam Sealer or equivalent sealer. Allow
it to flash per the sealer technical data sheet (TDS) information.
4. Scuff sand the entire panel; then clean and apply the primer or sealer as recommended by your paint system.
5. Mix and apply base coat and clearcoat following your Ford approved paint system technical information.
6. Install the new panel. Refer to the appropriate WSM section as required.
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NOTE: The information 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 or Lincoln 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.
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