2005-2009 Interior Water Leak Diag & Testing
 

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501-00 Body System — General Information 2009 Mustang

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING Procedure revision date: 03/26/2010
Body System
Material
Item Specification
Seam Sealer
TA-2
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Silicone Gasket and Sealant
TA-30
WSE-M4G323-A4
Inspection and Verification

Dust and Water Leaks

Most dust and water leaks occur due to missing or mis-installed body sealer or components. The source of the leak is detected by:
pressurizing the vehicle and testing with soapy water.
Locate and tape off the body vents.
Turn the blower motor on the high position.
Turn the air recurculation to the off mode.
Close the windows and doors.
Open the hood and spray soapy water along body seams and grommets. Make sure to test the areas around the A-pillar at the fender and the hood hinge area.
Check for bubbles.
inspecting for a dust pattern or water path near and above the area in question.
removing any trim or carpet in the general area of the leak.
road testing or water-hose testing the vehicle.
placing a bright light under the vehicle, removing any necessary trim or carpet and inspecting the interior of the body at joints and weld lines

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