Instrument Panel - Cover Cracked In the Shelf Area
84ford11Article No. 84-16-2
INSTRUMENT PANEL - COVER CRACKED IN THE SHELF AREA ON RIGHT SIDE
FORD 1984 ESCORT, EXP
LINCOLN-MERCURY 1984 LYNX
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Instrument Panels that have cracks in the padded cover of the shelf area (Figure 2, View A) can be satisfactorily restored. The service required removal of the cracked or crazed cover fragments; removal of any uncured Plastisol and/or excess paint as illustrated in Figure 2, View B; and the addition of new Plastisol service material (Figure 2, View C), curing, and repainting to match the Instrument Panel.
The following service procedure is suggested. The service procedure should be followed in the order noted and the service kit and paints as supplied by FPSD are the only materials that should be used.
NOTE: Please read STEP 6A before continuing.
Equipment Required:
1. Heat gun with pinpoint adapter
2. Appropriate paint masking material to provide protection to the interior of the car
3. Paper towels and old newspaper for shielding
Service Procedure:
1. Using a plastic scraper or squeegee, carefully scrape the large pieces of the partially cured Plastisol and paint from the service area. Do not use a pocket knife or any kind of sharp tool which could cut or puncture the cover. NOTE: If the Instrument Panel cover is cool or cold, the uncured Plastisol is easier to remove if the Instrument Panel cover is warmed up (90~ - 100~ F). Lightly heat the service area with the heat gun to assist the clean up.
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2. With the abrasive paper from the service kit, carefully sand away remaining uncured Plastisol and/or excess paint (Figure 2, View B). Do not use any abrasive coarser than 400 grit. When properly cleaned up, the cover should be back to the original surface and the original defect should be exposed.
NOTE: If the excess paint is difficult to remove, use the appropriate color and spray a light coat of Instrument Panel cover paint over the excess
paint. Within five to ten seconds after the fresh coat of paint has been applied, it should be wiped off with a wad of steel wool. The solvent in the new paint will soften the excess dry paint. If excess paint removal is to be assisted by solvent softening, appropriate covers must be used to protect the interior of the car from paint overspray. Do not use any other material or chemical to soften the excess paint as the solvent residue tends to adversely affect the new service.
3. If heat gun was used to raise the Instrument Panel temperature to assist in the clean up or if the vehicle is warm, lowering the Instrument Panel cover temperature is required to assure stability of the service. The car interior temperature can be lowered by opening doors and windows. Place newspaper over the windshield to shield service area from direct sunlight. Do not put water on the Instrument Panel to cool it.
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4. Make sure that all dust, dirt, or other contaminents are brushed off the crack area - using the Plastisol from the service kit, apply a thin, even layer (never to exceed 1/16" thick at a time) to the area to be serviced (See Figure 2, View C). CAUTION: USE A MINIMUM AMOUNT OF PLASTISOL.
5. Cure the Plastisol with a heat gun. Move the heat gun in circular motions to assure that the complete area of uncured Plastisol is uniformly heated. Continue to heat the Plastisol until the milky white color turns clear and dulls. Continue to apply heat until this color change occurs completely through all of the Plastisol.
6. Continue to heat the curing Plastisol (circular motions) until all of the Plastisol surface glosses up (looks watery or shiny). Carefully apply the paper grain mold and hold in place for approximately 10 seconds, then remove. NOTE: The Plastisol will start to smoke at approximately 320~ - 330~ F and this is when the Plastisol surface glosses up. 6a. NOTE:
If the crack is in the extreme R.H. horizontal end of the cover where it meets the vertical wall, the paper grain mold from the service kit may not be suitable as it may wrinkle when used. It will be necessary to make a "grain" mold. Using either clear or black silastic rubber (see materials list) squeeze out sufficient uncured rubber on the grain side of the mold paper to almost cover its surface. The cure time for this mold will depend upon the humidity (moisture in the air). As it may take up to 24 hours for this silicone rubber mold to cure, the mold (which when properly fabricated can be re-used) should be made before service is started.
6b. WARNING:
THE PLASTISOL WILL START TO SMOKE AT APPROXIMATELY 320~ - 330~ F AND THIS IS WHEN THE PLASTISOL SURFACE GLOSSES UP. AS THE GRAIN MOLD, ESPECIALLY THE PAPER ONE WILL GET HOT, USE A GLOVE TO AVOID BURNS.
7. Inspect the service for irregular surfaces or graining. If defects are noted, repeat steps 4 through 6 until a satisfactory surface is achieved.
8. Mask car interior as required to prevent paint overspray from damaging the trim. Using the appropriate color, paint the service area. NOTE: Use only the paint noted in the materials section and only enough paint to thoroughly cover the service and blend in. Allow paint to dry before clean up.
PART NUMBER PART NAME CLASS
E4AZ-19554-A IP Cover Service Kit CG
E4AZ-19000-A Charcoal Paint CG
E4AZ-19000-B Cadet Blue Paint CG
E4AZ-19000-C Desert Tan Paint CG
E4AZ-19000-D Canyon Red Paint CG
D6AZ-19562-A Silicone A
Steel Wool (Medium)
Parts Available 8/31/84.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: None
WARRANTY STATUS: Reimbursable within the provisions of the Warranty and Policy Manual.
OPERATION: SP04304A84
TIME: 0.9 Hr. DLR. CODING: Basic Part No. 7004282 Code: 01