Dodge Sprinter. Manual - part 310
PATCHED PANEL SURFACING
After patch panel is installed, the patch area can
be finished using the same methods as finishing
other types of body panels. If mesh material is
exposed in the patched area, grind surface down, and
apply a coat of high quality rigid plastic body filler.
Prime, block sand, and paint as required.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - BUZZ, SQUEAK &
RATTLE
Buzz, Squeak & Rattles (BSR) may be caused by
any one or more of the following and may be cor-
rected as indicated:
• Loose fasteners should be tightened to specifica-
tions.
• Damaged or missing clips should be replaced.
• Damaged trim panels should be replaced.
• Incorrectly installed trim panels should be rein-
stalled properly.
Many BSR complaints such as loose trim, can be
serviced using the Mopar
t Parts BSR Noise Reduc-
tion Kit. This kit contains various tapes including
foam, flock and anti-squeak used to eliminate noises
caused by metal, plastic and vinyl components. Long
life lubricants and greases can also be used on a vari-
ety of components. Refer to the Buzz, Squeak & Rat-
tle Kit table for material contents and usage.
BUZZ, SQUEAK & RATTLE KIT
ITEM
FEATURES
APPLICATIONS
SERVICE TEMP
Itch And Squeak
Tape
An abrasion resistant material
thin enough to conform to
most irregular surfaces. Stops
most itches and squeaks.
Between metal and metal, met-
al and plastic, metal and vinyl,
vinyl and plastic. Interior.
Examples: Trim panels and
bezels.
-40° to 225° Fahr-
enheit
(-40° to 107° Cel-
sius)
Black Nylon Flock
Nylon Flock with an aggressive
acrylic adhesive. Provides for
cushioning and compression fit,
also isolates components. Wa-
ter-resistant.
Between metal and metal, met-
al and plastic, vinyl and plastic.
Examples: Pull cups, bezels,
clips, ducts, top cover to glass,
cowl panel.
-40° to 180° Fahr-
enheit
(-40° to 82° Celsius)
Fig. 14 COVER GAPS WITH MESH
1 - GROUND DOWN AREA
2 - PATCH
3 - MESH
Fig. 15 COVER MESH WITH ADHESIVE
1 - ADHESIVE
2 - MESH
3 - PATCH
4 - SPREADER
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