Water Leak near RH A-Pillar – 2009-2010 Ford F-150

 

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2009-2010 F-150 vehicles built at Dearborn Truck Plant (DTP) on or before 1/12/2010, or at Kansas City Assembly Plant (KCAP) on or before 01/18/2010, and equipped with optional Satellite Radio, may exhibit water entry into the passenger compartment near the RH A-pillar assist handle.

 

SERVICE PROCEDURE

  1. Remove satellite radio antenna from the vehicle.
    1. Completely remove the mounting bolt and retention clip, then compress the plastic pre-position clip and apply upward force on mounting stud of antenna.
  2. Clean both cab sheet metal and satellite antenna base surfaces with 50/50 mix of Isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol and water.
  3. Place a 1/8″ (3.2 mm) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the antenna base. (Figure 1)
antenna base

Figure 1

 

    1. Antenna must be installed within 4 minutes of the start of RTV application.
  1. Install antenna base and reassemble interior components.

 

PART NUMBER PART NAME
TA-357
SEALANT - SILICONE
  • High Performance Applications
  • 5 oz. Tube
  • Sold Individually

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Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone

 

Permatex 82180 Ultra Black Maximum Oil Resistance RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, Sensor Safe and Non-Corrosive, for High Flex and Oil Resistant Applications 3 oz
  • Fit Type: Universal
  • Sensor-Safe, Non-Corrosive Formula Designed For Superior Adhesion To Oily Surfaces And Long Term Durability
  • Superior Resistance To Powertrain Fluids Including Engine Oil, Transmission Fluid, Gear Lube And Coolants
  • Retains High Flexibility And Eliminates The Need For Pre-Formed, Pre-Cut, Paper, Rubber Or Cork Gaskets; Oem Specified And Approved For Dealership Requirements

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Permatex 85913 Clear RTV Silicone Adhesive Sealant, 7.25 oz. PowerBead Can,Package May Vary
  • Seals, bonds, repairs, mends and secures glass, metal, plastics, fabric, vinyl, weather stripping and vinyl tops
  • Protects and repairs electrical wiring
  • May be applied to horizontal or vertical surfaces
  • Resists oil, water, vibration, grease and weather, with a temperature range of -75F to 400F
  • Suggested Applications: windshields, door frames, electrical connections, seams and roofs, vinyl tops

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Permatex 81878 Ultra Copper Maximum Temperature RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 3 oz. Tube
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Permatex 81878 Ultra Copper Maximum Temperature RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 3 oz. Tube
  • Most Advanced, High Temp Rtv Silicone Gasket Available.Fit Type: Universal
  • Three Times More Oil Resistant Than Conventional Silicones; Eight Times More Flexible Than Cut Gaskets
  • Sensor-Safe, Low Odor, And Non-Corrosive With Superior Adhesion
  • Temperature Range -75F To 700F Intermittent

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