Insulation

Body insulation is comprised of urethane, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) , foam and recycled felt. Insulation is used as a sound deadener to reduce exterior road and powertrain noises from the interior of the vehicle. Baffles are located in the bottom of the A-, B- and C-pillars. Mastic insulators are also used as insulation. For information on the location of the mastic insulators, refer to Section 501-35. Insulation is installed:

• above and below the instrument panel.
• at the cowl side panels.
• over the front and rear floor pan areas.
• over the luggage compartment floor.