Antenna, Radio: Service and Repair: General Procedures
ANTENNA GRID WIRE REPAIRHeat Gun:
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
NOTE: Any breaks longer than 25.4 mm (1 in) in one grid cannot be repaired. The right quarter window glass must be replaced. Breaks equal to or shorter than 25.4 mm (1 in) in the antenna grid wire can be successfully repaired by using the following procedure:
1. Obtain a grid wire repair repair kit meeting Ford specification WSB-M4J58-B.
2. The vehicle should be brought inside and allowed to reach 16°C (60°F) or above.
NOTE: The grid line is very close to the interior trim/headliner. It is recommended to remove the trim (or drop the headliner) in the vicinity of the repair area to allow full access to the grid line and to prevent any damage to trim/headliner while following the repair procedure.
3. Clean the repair area with denatured alcohol.
4. Place the grid line mask over the break, aligning the cut out slots on either side of the repair area.
5. Apply the epoxy to the repair area.
6. Remove the mask without disturbing the epoxy.
7. Use the heat gun to heat the repair area for one to two minutes at a distance of about 25-50 mm (1-2 in). This procedure should heat the repair area to approximately 149°C (300°F).
8. Optimum hardness and adhesion will occur after 24 hours. Do not disturb the repaired area until that time.