Ford 2006 Escape J87R Bodyshop Manual page 16

Checking Weld Strength
• Installation locations of the engine, chassis, and
seat belts are designated as important safety
locations for weld strength. Check weld strength
by driving a chisel between the panels at every
fourth or fifth weld spot, and every tenth regular
weld location.
• Drive the chisel between the panels according to
the number of panels as shown below.
• To determine weld strength, drive the chisel
between the panel and check whether the panels
come apart. If the panels come apart, make
another weld near the original weld.
• Restore the shape of the checked area.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Chisel dimensions
25mm
{0.98in}
Within 5mm
Two panels
Three panels
Four panels
20°
8mm{0.31in}
{0.20in}
Weld location
One location
Weld location
Two location
Weld location
Three location
Weld location
Within 5mm
{0.20in}
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