I-CAR Repairers Realm: Ford Exterior Panel Sectioning Guidelines - Now Available

I-CAR had a discussion on Ford/Lincoln exterior panel sectioning guidelines.

In July’s episode of Repairers Realm, the I-CAR subject matter experts demonstrated the importance of Ford's sectioning guidelines in maintaining a vehicle's structural integrity and occupant safety after a collision repair. Specifically, they section a rear cab corner of a F-150, following the guidelines outlined in the Ford/Lincoln Workshop manuals. Special guest Gerry Bonanni from Ford joined remotely to participate in the conversation and answer any questions.

Questions answered by Ford in this episode include:

  • Can sectioning be done on steel vehicles following the OEM guidelines as well?
  • What is the purpose of the cut lines in the general sectioning procedure?
  • What if you cannot find the correct rivets specified in the Workshop manual?
  • Is a rear body panel (inner and outer) considered an outer body panel on Ford?

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