Ford Focus Service Manual: Body Sealer Types And Applications - Description and Operation

Seam Sealer

Seam Sealer TA-2 or equivalent:

• is a heavy-bodied, non-sag adhesive/sealer for use on standing cosmetic seams, truck bed seams, tooled door skin seams and floor pans.
• can be used on water leaks and noise concerns.

Clear Silicone Rubber

Clear Silicone Rubber TA-32 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification ESB-M4G92-A:

• does not run.
• is fast drying.
• remains semi-elastic.
• can be used for sealing water leaks, noise concerns, remounting trim and repairing torn weatherstripping.

Silicone Gasket and Sealant

Silicone Gasket and Sealant TA-30 or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSE-M4G323-A4:

• is a form-in-place gasket and multi-purpose adhesive/sealant.
• is a room temperature curing silicone rubber.

Caulking Cord

3M™ Strip Caulk-Black 051135-08578 or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSB-M4G32-C:

• is a heavy-bodied, plastic base with a filler.
• is commonly known as perma-gum.
• is used on spot-weld holes and between surfaces not sealed with a gasket.

Weatherstrip Adhesive

Trim and Weatherstrip Adhesive TA-14-A or equivalent:

• is a quick drying, strong adhesive designed to hold weatherstripping onto all body panels and surrounding metal.

Silicone Lubricant

Silicone Spray Lubricant XL-6 or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M13P4-A:

• is used to keep the door and the window weatherstrip pliable and soft.
• makes the door easier to close.
• retards weatherstrip squeaks.
• retards weatherstrip wear.
• helps retain door window alignment by reducing friction between the glass frame and the rubber weatherstrip.
• should not be used prior to painting.