Exterior (external body elements) of car Ford Transit 2

Body — technical data
Tightening torques for threaded connections - Nm Front bench seat pivot bolt - 6-8 Seat rail to floor mounting bolts - 21-25 Seat frame mounting nuts to movable...

Body — general information
The body and chassis on all versions of the Ford Transit are of all-metal construction. There are three main chassis types: short, long and extended wheelbase. The three...

Body and subframe
The condition of the car body is an extremely important factor. Maintenance should be simple but regular. Neglecting maintenance and minor repairs, especially after...

Carpet and Upholstery Care
Upholstery and carpets should be swept or vacuumed regularly to remove sand. If they are very dirty, remove them from the car to clean them with a brush or sponge with...

Minor body damage — repair
Removal minor scratches If the scratch is very superficial and does not penetrate to the metal, then the repair is very simple. Lightly rub the scratch area with paint...

Serious body damage — repair
With the exception of drop-side cargo versions, the chassis beams are welded to the underbody and in this respect can be considered as a load-bearing structure. Repair...

Hood — removal, installation and adjustment
Removal 1. Open the hood and place a support underneath. 2. Mark the position of the hood hinges so that they can be installed in their original places later (see Figure...

Hood Lock and Cable Replacement
Hood release cable 1. Open and support the hood. If the cable breaks, the lock can be released by placing your hand under the hood and trying to do it manually or using...

Hood safety latch — removal and installation
Removal 1. Open and support the hood. 2. Mark the position of the latch on the hood so that you can install it in its original place later. Remove the latch mounting...

Exterior mirrors and related parts — removal and installation
Models before 1995 Glass replacement 1. Using a screwdriver, carefully separate the glass frame from the mirror housing (see figure 24.1,a,b). Remove the frame together...

Front bumper — removal and installation
Models before 1995 Removal 1. Unscrew one bumper retaining bolt under each wheel arch (see Figure 25.1). Figure 25.1. Remove one Torx screw securing the bumper...

Rear bumper — removal and installation
Removal Caution: If a rigid tow bar is installed, the wiring harness must be disconnected before removing the bumper. 1. Working underneath the vehicle from the rear,...

Radiator grille — removal and installation
Removal 1. Open the hood and support it. 2. Unscrew the screws securing the radiator grille on both sides. 3. Disconnect the headlight washer hose (if it is installed)...

Windshield Grille — removal and installation
Removal 1. Remove the wiper arms ( see Chapter 12 ). 2. Unscrew and remove the plastic retaining nut from the wiper arm axle located in the middle of the panel (see...

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