Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction - part 281

Fig. 47: Marking Location Of Grid Break 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

5. Using cellulose tape, mask the area directly above and below the grid break. The break area should be at 

the center of the mask. 

 

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Fig. 48: Masking Area Directly Above And Below Grid Break
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Fig. 49: Applying Repair Coating To Grid Break Area 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

6. Apply the repair coating to the grid break area in several smooth, continuous strokes. Extend the repair 

coating at least 6.35 mm (0.25 inch) on both sides of the break area. 

NOTE:

If the brown layer is not broken or missing, apply only the silver grid repair 
compound to the break.

NOTE:

Allow at least five minutes of drying time between applications.

NOTE:

If both the brown and silver layers of the grid are broken or missing, apply 
a coating of the brown touch-up paint across the break area first. Several 
applications may be necessary to achieve a color match.

NOTE:

Extend the repair coating at least 6.35 mm (0.25 inch) on both sides of the 
break area.

 

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Fig. 50: Applying Applications Of Grid Repair Compound 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

7. Apply three applications of the grid repair compound.  

8. After five minutes or after the repair area has dried completely, remove the mask. 

9. Remove any excess repair compound above or below the grid line with a razor blade. 

10. After optimum hardness is achieved, clean the repaired area with a non-alcohol based window cleaner.  

LEAD TERMINAL REPAIR 

Special Tool(s) 

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the grid line with the razor blade. If this 

occurs, additional repair may be necessary.

NOTE:

The repair coating will air-dry in approximately one minute and can be 
energized within three minutes.

NOTE:

Optimum adhesion occurs after approximately 24 hours.

 

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Fig. 51: Identifying Lead Terminal Repair Special Tool(s) 
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Material 

Fig. 52: Glass Frame And Mechanisms Material Chart 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

NOTE:

The rear window glass must be at room temperature at the time of the 
repair.

 

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