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Mechanical Procedures: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Illustrations in this service information may be used instead of written step instructions. Color-coding (see color scheme illustration) is used to communicate the required step action or actions. Service action icons may be used to add information regarding the required action. Refer to SYMBOLS GLOSSARY .

Illustration Color-Coding 

Fig 1: Identifying Illustration Color-Coding
G08334912Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Color Description
1 Blue Target or primary component to be removed/installed (or disassembled/assembled)
2 Green Components that need to be removed prior to or installed after the target/primary
3 Brown Components that need to be removed prior to or installed after the target/primary
4 Yellow Components to be set aside for access, but not removed. Also highlighted areas to inspect or adjust
5 Magenta Electrical connectors and fasteners such as nuts, bolts, clamps, or clips to be: detached, attached, loosened, moved, removed or installed
6 Pale Blue Special tool(s), general equipment, or common tools used in an uncommon way

Other Color-Coding 

Color(s) Description
*Alternating Blue and White Chemical, adhesive or sealer apply areas
Red Sectioned or cut-away areas
Grey Background components shown for location information

*: Alternating Blue and White - Chemical, adhesive or sealer apply areas, see Figure.