Insulation

Insulation

Insulation is used as a sound-deadener to reduce exterior road and powertrain noises from the interior of the vehicle. Mastic insulators are also used as insulation. Insulation is installed:

- as part of the carpet.
- under the roof panel.
- above and below the instrument panel.
- on the cowl sides.
- over the front and rear floor areas.
- in the B-pillar, C-pillar and D-pillar sections.
- rear wheel house area.

Other forms of insulation include:

- front tunnel stiffening pad.
- dash panel stiffener.
- rear wheelhouse mastic pads.