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Old 02-11-2019, 11:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Kornfrk2727
I just wonder why they didn’t think about checking the fuse box and cables under the hood the lead into the center. Before ripping apart everything. The cable that got chewed into just sits and is reachable when you look down. So easy to see.
You brought it in for them to do their job and they did it per their training and available reference materials, which required them to take the steps they did. Not sure what you’re hoping for here. If you think it will be that big of a deal, start lining up a new truck and trade yours in once you get it back.
Old 02-11-2019, 11:16 PM
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I was a technician for 12 years in the early 2000's for a high line European brand. I would say that they are taking care of your truck. There is a pad under your instrument panel, screws are organized by it and neatly set in the floor pans. There isn't a bunch of dirty footprints on the white floors or messes inside. Plus, the dash isn't terribly difficult to remove. Modern vehicles are modular for ease of production. That makes them easier to disassemble. I remember gutting a few cars in my day for issues like rodents or customer induced damages (lady left her car running in a garage with a car cover on and it got so hot it melted the center chassis harness to the trans tunnel). It looks much worse than it is.
Old 02-11-2019, 11:23 PM
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I would focus on getting rid of the critter so it won't repeat ...............
Old 02-11-2019, 11:26 PM
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I would focus on getting rid of the critter so it won't repeat ...............
that’s what I am doing now. I live in a neighborhood with tons of squirrels. A lot of tall trees.
Old 02-11-2019, 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Nick 55
I was a technician for 12 years in the early 2000's for a high line European brand. I would say that they are taking care of your truck. There is a pad under your instrument panel, screws are organized by it and neatly set in the floor pans. There isn't a bunch of dirty footprints on the white floors or messes inside. Plus, the dash isn't terribly difficult to remove. Modern vehicles are modular for ease of production. That makes them easier to disassemble. I remember gutting a few cars in my day for issues like rodents or customer induced damages (lady left her car running in a garage with a car cover on and it got so hot it melted the center chassis harness to the trans tunnel). It looks much worse than it is.
yea I hope so. All I can hope is for the best.
Old 02-11-2019, 11:30 PM
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Originally Posted by nerdh3rd

You brought it in for them to do their job and they did it per their training and available reference materials, which required them to take the steps they did. Not sure what you’re hoping for here. If you think it will be that big of a deal, start lining up a new truck and trade yours in once you get it back.
I’m hoping someone can solves all my problems and make me a millionaire.

Im here to get people’s opinions on this weird situation.
Old 02-11-2019, 11:42 PM
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I know it looks scary but I’ve had to remove many dash assemblies for various repairs throughout the years and will likely pull many more. On most vehicles it’s not as difficult as it seems.I wouldnt be concerned at all about the finished product, your truck will be fine.

I will I’ll admit that this type of work is a little tough on the body these days, I can always feel it for a few days after.

As for the steps taken to find wiring damage under the hood, well, all I can say is that it’s easy to second guess after the fact. Maybe some would have found it sooner, maybe not.

The number one concern here is to be sure you are completely rid of the rodents and that you don’t have any other damage that has yet to be discovered (unlikely).
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I would be upset too. I've had a few cars get repaired after being in an accident and was very surprised how well the repair was completed. Like new!!! It's in the right hands at least. Your not at some repair shop that's not a ford dealer where they don't have access to all the ford "tools and equipment".
Old 02-11-2019, 11:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Tolson37
I would be upset too. I've had a few cars get repaired after being in an accident and was very surprised how well the repair was completed. Like new!!! It's in the right hands at least. Your not at some repair shop that's not a ford dealer where they don't have access to all the ford "tools and equipment".
Yes very true.
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Given how many here complain about their dealers service dept, we cant blame the OP from enquiring.


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