Symptom Chart

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SYMPTOM CHART

Condition	Possible Sources	Action
Dust and Water Leaks	Body sealer missing.	REMOVE the trim.
	Opening in welds or body joints.	CHECK for leaks and SEAL with appropriate sealer. ROAD TEST or WATER HOSE TEST for leaks. RECHECK the trim for leaks, or USE a light under the vehicle with the trim removed. CHECK the interior of the body at joints and weld seams.
	Components not fully installed.	REINSTALL the components.
	Components missing. Components damaged.	INSTALL any missing or damaged components as necessary.
	Door out of adjustment.	ADJUST the door.
	Watershield not properly attached.	REATTACH the watershield.
Dust/Water Leaks at Floor Pan and Grommets	Missing or damaged plugs or grommets.	CHECK the plugs for proper installation. INSTALL new plugs or grommets as necessary.
Doors Collecting Water	Door drain holes clogged with mud, road tar or rustproofing.	CHECK the door drain holes regularly. CLEAN the drain holes of dirt and foreign materials with a punch or screwdriver.
Wind Noise	Leaks at door and window seals or sheet metal joints in doors or door openings.	NOTE: Avoid silicone sealer(s) from coming in contact with the door weatherstrips. SEAL leaks with an appropriate sealer.
	Loose or misaligned weatherstrip.	REATTACH the weatherstrip. CHECK for any damaged or missing pin-type retainers. INSTALL new retainers as necessary. USE Weatherstrip and Rubber Adhesive E8AZ-19952-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESB-M2G14-A as necessary.
	Poor door fit.	CHECK for worn or damaged door hinges. INSTALL new hinges as necessary. ADJUST the door striker or hinges as necessary.
Rattles	Loose objects in door wells, body pillars and quarter panels.	CHECK doors by carefully STRIKING the underside of the door with a rubber mallet. LISTEN for loose objects in the door. REPAIR or TIGHTEN loose body bolts and screws. If tightening bolts/screws does not eliminate the rattle, the cause could be misalignment.
	Misalignment of doors (if tightening the bolts does not eliminate the rattle).	CHECK for worn or damaged door hinges. INSTALL new hinges, hinge pins or hinge bushings as necessary. ADJUST the door striker or door hinges as necessary.
	Loose weatherstrip or anti-squeak material.	REATTACH the weatherstrip or anti-squeak material. APPLY additional sealer. INSTALL in proper location to eliminate the rattle.