Body - Rattle/Squeak From Roof Opening Panel
TSB 07-16-1108/20/07
ROOF OPENING PANEL SQUEAK/RATTLE
FORD:
2007 Edge
LINCOLN:
2007 MKX
ISSUE
Some 2007 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles equipped with a roof opening panel may exhibit a rattle or squeak from the rear glass area. This may be caused by the delamination of the rear trim ring hook and loop (Velcro) adhesive. Inspect the rear trim ring and if loose, determine if the loop tape has delaminated from the plastic trim ring.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
If delamination of the hook and loop has occurred, use the following procedure to correct the concern. If no delamination has occurred, follow normal Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 100-04 diagnostics.
1. Remove rear trim ring per WSM, Section 501-17.
2. Inspect all loop tape locations for delamination. (Figure 1)
3. Remove all delaminated loop tape from module. (Figure 2)
4. Clean trim ring attachment surface with a Isopropyl Alcohol or Rubbing Alcohol (IPA) wipe (Figure 3).
5. Allow surface to dry.
6. Apply Motorcraft(R) Instant Gel Adhesive to trim ring surface. (Figures 4 and 5)
Apply loop pad to trim ring. (Figure 6)
8. Allow adhesive to dry per Motorcraft� Instant Gel Adhesive recommendation.
9. Reinstall trim ring to vehicle per WSM, Section 501-17.
10. Clean roof opening panel glass with Motorcraft(R) Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner or equivalent.
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.
Parts Block
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
071611A 2007 Edge/MKX With Roof 0.4 Hr.
Opening Panel: Reapply
Loop And Pad To Trim
Ring, Includes Time To
Remove And Install Trim
Ring, Clean Glass
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
7050036 24
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