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High-Strength Steel Prevalent in the 2020 Ford Escape
I-CAR · May 10, 2019 · Ford
Summary
The redesigned 2020 Ford Escape features a significant weight reduction achieved through the extensive use of high-strength steels, including ultra-high-strength 3D-rolled steel tubes in the A-pillars and roofline, boron steel in the uniside, and smart steel in the roof bows and rear body panel. Additionally, the vehicle introduces multiple hybrid powertrain options and standard Co-Pilot360 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) that require specific repair and calibration protocols.
What to do on the job
Consult Ford-specific OEM repair procedures for precise high-strength steel sectioning guidelines, hybrid battery safety precautions, and ADAS calibration requirements before beginning repairs.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the necessity of researching OEM-specific repair procedures for the 2020 Ford Escape. It serves as evidence for insurers that specialized structural repair guidelines (due to boron and ultra-high-strength steel), hybrid safety protocols, and ADAS calibrations (such as Co-Pilot360 and Head-Up Display) are required by the manufacturer and must be included in the repair estimate.
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