Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Bumper Rust Prevention - Front, Chrome
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| High Temperature Anti-Corrosion Coating PM-13-A |
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| Motorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC-15 |
ESR-M5B194-B |
- If equipped remove the license plate bracket.
- If equipped, remove the foglamp assembly. For additional information, refer to EXTERIOR LIGHTING .
- Remove the front bumper. For additional information, refer to BUMPER - FRONT .
- If equipped, remove the center vent grille pin-type retainers and the center vent grille.
- Clean excessive dirt from an area of 2" (50 mm) around all 3 cutouts on the inside of the bumper.
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NOTE: Use protective gloves when applying the Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner.
Clean the red rust stains from the inside edges of the center vent and fog lamp openings with Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner.
- Apply masking tape around the center vent and the fog lamp openings on the outside chrome part of the front bumper allowing for a 1 inch overhang into the openings.
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NOTE: Use protective gloves when applying the anti-corrosion coating.
Using a foam brush, paint the edge of the center vent and the fog lamp openings and at least 1" (25 mm) around the inside of the front bumper with the Motorcraft Anti-Corrosion Coating.
- Remove the masking tape from around the center vent and the fog lamp openings.
- If equipped, install the center vent grille and the center vent grille pin-type retainers.
- Install the front bumper. For additional information, refer to BUMPER - FRONT .
- If equipped, install the fog lamp assembly. For additional information, refer to EXTERIOR LIGHTING .
- If equipped, install the license plate bracket.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.