1996 Ford Galaxy Workshop Manual PDF – Body Repair, Panel Replacement & Paint Guide

1996 Ford Galaxy Workshop Manual PDF Download

If you're restoring, repairing, or maintaining a classic Ford Galaxy MPV from 1996, this downloadable PDF workshop manual is an essential resource. It’s the ultimate guide for DIY enthusiasts, panel beaters, accident repair professionals, and anyone working on the 1996 Ford Galaxy 5-door model.

This is a fully scanned, high-resolution digital copy of the original repair guide – available as an instant PDF download. No waiting, no shipping, no fuss.

What’s Inside?

This comprehensive manual covers body repairs, paint preparation, replacement times, mechanical-electrical-trim operations (M.E.T.), safety systems, jacking points, welding specifications, and more.

It breaks down the structure of the 1996 Ford Galaxy panel-by-panel and includes detailed diagrams and instructions for professional-standard repair jobs. Whether you're replacing a front wing, restoring a damaged tailgate, or correcting chassis alignment – this guide delivers the specifications and methods you need.

Manual Sections Include:

• General Specification: Model trims, engine sizes, suspension, brakes, and body structure details.
• Steering & Geometry: Camber, caster, toe-in, and alignment tolerances for front and rear axles.
• Paint & Corrosion Protection: Paint codes, primer types, cavity wax procedures, and expanded foam locations.
• Jacking & Lifting: Correct vehicle lift points for both workshop lifts and portable jacks.
• Towing Points: Front and rear towing locations with access instructions.
• Body Dimensions: Full panel dimensions for accurate reference and alignment.
• Parts Identification: Detailed listings and diagrams of body panels and parts.
• Service Conditions of Panels: Notes on panel replacement readiness, primer application, and structural components.
• Welding Methods: MIG plug welds, seam welds, resistance spot weld procedures, and repair-specific instructions.
• Panel Replacement Instructions: Step-by-step operations with visual diagrams for front and rear panel sections.
• Replacement Time Schedules: Labor time estimates for every panel and combination job (panel + paint + M.E.T.).

Who Is This Manual For?

This manual is perfect for:

• DIY home mechanics who want to confidently repair or restore their 1996 Ford Galaxy
• Professional panel shops needing accurate job times and approved panel operations
• Collectors and restorers working to factory-correct standards
• Auto body students learning real-world panel techniques on classic MPVs
• Insurance assessors and estimators who want reliable reference documentation for repair viability

Why This Manual is Worth Downloading

Unlike general service manuals, this workshop guide is laser-focused on body repair operations and factory-spec alignment. Every panel is shown with welding points, removal diagrams, section views, and paint preparation instructions.

Even details like sealant types, corrosion prevention measures, and pre-coated steel usage are covered – helping you carry out repairs to a factory-safe standard.

It's the closest thing to having a factory technician guiding you through every job – but available to you instantly, anywhere.

Instant PDF Download – No Physical Book

Please note: This is a digital download. You will receive a fully searchable, printable PDF of the entire 1996 Ford Galaxy Body Repair and Workshop Manual immediately after purchase.

• High-resolution scan of the original manual
• Printable and searchable
• Delivered instantly via email or download link

Model Coverage

This manual is designed for the 1996 Ford Galaxy MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle), including the following trims:

• 2.0i Aspen / GLX
• 1.9TDi Aspen / GLX / Ghia
• 2.8i GLX / Ghia

Tech You Can Trust

Whether you’re replacing a bonnet, adjusting a chassis leg, or welding in a new sill section, this manual gives you every angle. From beginner to experienced restorer, it’s the definitive source of body repair knowledge for this classic MPV.

Don’t guess. Get the guide. Download now and make your restoration or repair faster, safer, and more professional.