WARNING: Always use extreme caution when handling solvents, sealants and adhesives. Some contain chemicals or emit fumes that may be hazardous to your health. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. If in doubt, especially with solvents, do not use the substance.
CAUTION: If there is any doubt as to the suitability of any proprietary solvent or sealant for a particular purpose, contact the product manufacturer for information on its storage, handling and application.
The chapter "Health Protection and Precautions" deals with some commonly used chemicals and materials, the risks associated with their use, and the precautions that must be taken. Some of these chemicals may be included in the following list either in their own right or as a component of a sealant or adhesive.
Anti-seize compound
| | ROCOL | KS PAUL |
| General | SAM-1C-9107A | Foliac J166 | PBC or PBC |
| SAM-1C-9107A | Kluber Unimoly | 492 TAC2 |
| Spark plug threads | ESE-M1244-A | "Never-Seize" Catalog No. NSBT-8N, 227 g; Order from Snap-on Tools Limited, Palmer House, 150/154 Cross Street Sale, Cheshire. M33 1AQ | Catalogue No. NSN 165 via local supplier Bostic |
Sealants
| Purpose | Ford Specification | Manufacturer and identification |
| For camshaft bearing caps | ESK-M4G260-A | Loctite 518 |
| For cylinder block | WSK-M4G320-A | Hylosil 502 |
| For installation of the rear light assembly | WSK-M4G329-ABC | |
| For gearbox housing (weight 80 g) | Finis Code 6 160 443 | |
Adhesives
| Purpose | Ford Specification |
| Polyurethane adhesive (PU) for windshield, door window glass and rear window glass | Finis Code 6 997 259 |