| RATTLE NOISE UNDER VEHICLE – HEAT SHIELD CONTACT TO FLOOR PAN – VEHICLES BUILT ON OR BEFORE 8/7/2007 |
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2006-2007 Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Fusion, Milan, 2007 MKZ vehicles built on or before 8/7/2007 and 2006 Zephyr vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of a rattle/vibration noise perceived to be coming from the console area or under the vehicle.
The rattle/vibration noise is most prominent during windy days where a crosswind is present and commonly occurs at approximate vehicle speeds between 50-70 MPH (80-116 Km/h).
SERVICE PROCEDURE
- Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
- Inspect the heat shield wings positioned in the rear portion of the exhaust shield, above the muffler. (Figure 1)
Figure 1
- Verify that the two (2) wings are not touching the floor pan tunnel (Figure 2). If they are, proceed to Step 4. If not, follow the normal service diagnostic procedures.
Figure 2
- Pull the wings down vertically to achieve a minimum clearance of 3/4″ (20 mm). (Figures 3 and 4)
Figure 3
Figure 4
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- [Reduce Heat] Unique shield bracket design provides an air gap between shield and ducting, which together provide maximum cooling and heat dissipation potential.
- [Flexible Positioning] The easy-to-remove 3.5" hose clamp allows you to adjust it to your needs and preferences.
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- Reflects 95% of Heat — Keep the back of the heat shield at a normal temperature to prevent damage from high temperature, Capable of reducing up to 95% of radiant heat.
- Suitable Size — We offer five different sizes, 12 x 12 inch, 12 x 24 inch, 12 x 40 inch, 24 x 24 inch, 24 x 40 inch, thickness: 0.032''(0.8MM). You can choose the size that is more suitable for your project, you can simply trim the sheet into wanted shape or size to satisfy your various projects.
- Convenient to Apply — Innovatively designed with adhesive composite on its back, the heat shield protection barrier cover can be easily wrapped or laid on to any desired surfaces with a professional-like finish, make it clean and tidy, also a penny-saver from hiring service.
- Multi-Purpose Adhesive Backed Heat Barrier — No matter what area of your Automobile or Home needs heat prevention; this barrier can be of sure help. May it be plastic components, painted surfaces, hoses, firewalls, refrigerator, cabinets near ovens, car bottom insulationdoors, hoods, and a lot more.
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- Flexible and Easy to Use: Exhaust pipe wrap heat shield is easy to cut, measuring approximately 12 x 39 inches / 30.5 cm x 1 m, 0.02 inches / 0.5 mm thick, easy to bend and cut to customized installation shapes, suitable for firewalls, transmission passages, chassis, or fuel tanks.
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- Package Included: You will receive 1 roll of exhaust heat shield, 20 cable metal zippers, easy to use, easy to cut and shape; please pay attention to the sharp edges of the product when disassembled.
- Wide Application: Aluminum heat shield is perfect for mufflers, chassis, fuel tanks, catalytic converters, engine compartments, batteries, air intakes, etc.; Large size for daily use, you just need to trim the sheet to the desired shape or size to meet your various project needs.
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- [Advanced Heat Protection] Advanced double-layer material design, outer layer-titanium material, Inside Inside-temp silica fabricc. Heat protection up to 1350°F.
- [Reduce Heat] Unique shield bracket design provides an air gap between shield and ducting, which together provide maximum cooling and heat dissipation potential.
- [Upgrade Rivet Design] Our muffler heat shield is equipped with a washer under the rivet head to prevent the rivet from breaking or falling off during installation.
- [Flexible Positioning] The easy-to-remove 3.5" hose clamp allows you to adjust it to your needs and preferences.
- [Universal Fit] Flexible insulation shield can be installed on almost any shape of pipe. Due to the special material, we would like to remind you to wear gloves during installation.
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