Ford/Lincoln Part Replacement Without A Procedure

We are often asked, “What do I do if there isn’t a procedure to replace a service part?” Let’s see what Ford/Lincoln says.

Per the Ford/Lincoln collision position statement, Structural Repairs For Ford Motor Company Vehicles: "Where no Ford-supplied repair procedure is available, repairs must be made at factory joints or seams with Ford Original Equipment replacement parts using procedures that duplicate factory assembly processes and techniques."

In an Ask I-CAR linking pin answer we received from Ford/Lincoln: "Install as the part is supplied is the general rule. A repair facility may be allowed to partially disassemble a service assembly if Ford engineering has reviewed and approved the repair."

Always reference the vehicle-specific body repair manuals before performing any repairs.

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