Body - Driver Side Window Binds When Operated
Article No.03-2-4
02/03/03
^ BODY - DRIVER SIDE WINDOW BINDS WHEN OPERATED
^ ELECTRICAL - DRIVER SIDE WINDOW BINDS WHEN OPERATED
FORD:
1997-2002 F-150
ISSUE
Some vehicles may exhibit a driver's side door glass that binds when operated. This may be caused by the inner door panel developing a crack where the rear window run attaches. When the window is operated, the run flexes and causes the glass to bind in the run.
ACTION
Install a Reinforcement Plate Kit (XL3Z-15211B06-AA) on the inner door panel. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Remove door trim panel per the appropriate model year Workshop Manual.
2. Remove the current rear window run attachment bolt and discard.
3. Hold reinforcement plate (included in kit) in position (Figure 1) and mark the area where it will mount.
4. Use sand paper to rough up the area where the outer edge of the plate will mount.
5. Apply TA-12 Structural Foam to the reinforcement plate.
6. Place reinforcement plate in position and install the new bolt and washer assembly (included with kit). Torque the bolt to 8.4-11.5 Lb-ft (11.4-15.6 N.m).
7. Using the five holes around the perimeter of the plate as a guide, drill 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) holes in the inner door panel and install five rivets (included with kit).
8. Apply heat gun at 120° F (49° C) for up to 20 minutes to cure the Structural Foam.
9. Re-install the door trim panel.
10. Verify proper operation.
Parts Block
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
030204A Install Reinforcement Plate 1.1 Hrs.
On The Inner Door Panel
(Includes Time To Remove
And Install Watershield):
1997-1998 F-150
030204B Install Reinforcement Plate 0.9 Hr.
On The Inner Door Panel
(Includes Time To Remove
And Install Watershield):
1999-2002 F-150
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
1520255 01
OASIS CODES: 102000, 111000
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