Body - Metal Panel Corrosion Protection
Bulletin No.: IB07-11-S013Issue Date: November 2007
Affected Vehicles:
2003-2008 Isuzu Ascender
2007-2008 Isuzu i-290/i-370 (TI)
2006 Isuzu i-280/i350 (TI)
Service Information
Corrosion Concerns
Frequently dealer installed accessories whether aftermarket or Isuzu-approved may require drilling holes into the body panels or supports to complete installation. Whenever you drill into a metal surface the corrosion resistance of that panel is compromised. Testing was conducted to determine the best method used to protect the fastener-to-panel mounting holes from future corrosion. Several commercially available sealers and coatings were evaluated.
Recommendations
In all cases Vehicle Care Super Lube(R) with PTFE performed the best at preventing corrosion in fastener to panel interface holes. It is recommended to apply the Vehicle Care Super Lube(R) with PTFE to any hole and fastener before installing the fastener into the drilled attaching hole or inside the metal panel.
Important:
Vehicle Care Super Lube(R) with PTFE is the only product recommended for the corrosion protection of metal panels where fasteners will be added to metal panels on Ascender, i-280, i-290,i-350, and i-370 vehicles.
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