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Process
No.Process name Job contents
18 Cleaning/degreasing Same as process No. 12.
19 Top coat (I)Solid color Metallic color
Use a“block”coating method.
Recommended paint:
Suncryl (SC)
No. 307 Flex hardener
SC reducer (thinner)
Mixing ratio:3:1
Suncryl (SC) vs. No. 307 Flex hardener
Viscosity: 11—13 sec/20°C (68°F)
Coated film thickness: 40—50µ
Spraying thickness: 245—343 kPa
(2.5—3.5 kg/cm
2,36—50 psi)Use a“block”coating method.
Recommended paint:
Suncryl (SC)
No. 307 Flex hardener
SC Reducer (thinner)
Mixing ratio:3:1
Suncryl (SC) vs. No. 307 Flex Hardener
Viscosity: 11—13 sec/20°C (68°F)
Coated film thickness: 20—30µ
Spraying thickness: 245—343 kPa
(2.5—3.5 kg/cm2,36—50 psi)
20 Leave unattended. Not required.Leave unattended at 20°C (68°F) for at least 10
minutes until the top coated area is half-dry.
NOTE:
Be careful to keep dust or dirt from coming in
contact with the affected area.
21 Top coat (II) Not required.Apply a clear coat three times at an interval of 3
to 5 minutes.
Recommended paint:
SC710 Overlay clear
No. 307 Flex hardener
SC reducer (thinner)
Mixing ratio:3:1
Suncryl (SC) vs. No. 307 Flex hardener
Viscosity: 10—13 sec/20°C (68°F)
Coated film thickness: 20—30µ
Spraying pressure: 245—343 kPa
(2.5—3.5 kg/cm
2,36—50 psi)
22 DryingAllow the coated surface to dry at 20°C (68°F) for two hours or 60°C (140°F) for 30 minutes.
NOTE:
Do not allow the temperature to exceed 80°C (176°F) since this will deform the PP substrate.
23 Inspection Carefully check the condition of the repaired area.
24 Masking removal Remove masking tape applied in process No. 11 and 13.
25 Parts installation Install parts on bumper in reverse order of removal.
26 Bumper installation Install bumper.
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8. Front Fender
A: REMOVAL
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM“AIRBAG”
Airbag system wiring harness is routed near the front
fender.
CAUTION:
All Airbag system wiring harness and connectors
are colored yellow. Do not use electrical test equip-
ment on these circuits.
Be careful not to damage Airbag system wiring har-
ness when servicing the front fender.
B5M0285A
1) Disconnect ground cable from battery.
2) Remove bracket which secures mud guard to front
fender.
3) Remove mud guard.
NOTE:
Do not remove the entire mud guard, only the front section
of it.
4) Remove headlight.
B5M0286
5) Remove bolts which secure front fender.
Remove front fender.
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G5M0175
B: INSTALLATION
1) Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
2) Check for alignment of front fender with hood and front
door with front fender at all points. Adjust, if necessary.
B5M0287A
9. Mud Guard and Rear Arch
Protector
A: REMOVAL
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM“AIRBAG”
Airbag system wiring harness is routed near the mud
guard.
CAUTION:
All Airbag system wiring harness and connectors
are colored yellow. Do not use electrical test equip-
ment on these circuits.
Be careful not to damage Airbag system wiring har-
ness when servicing the mud guard.
B5M0288
1. MUD GUARD
1) Jack-up vehicle to remove tire.
2) Remove screws and clips. Move mud guard toward the
center of the body and remove mud guard.
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G5M0175
B: INSTALLATION
1) Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
2) Check for alignment of front fender with hood and front
door with front fender at all points. Adjust, if necessary.
B5M0287A
9. Mud Guard and Rear Arch
Protector
A: REMOVAL
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM“AIRBAG”
Airbag system wiring harness is routed near the mud
guard.
CAUTION:
All Airbag system wiring harness and connectors
are colored yellow. Do not use electrical test equip-
ment on these circuits.
Be careful not to damage Airbag system wiring har-
ness when servicing the mud guard.
B5M0288
1. MUD GUARD
1) Jack-up vehicle to remove tire.
2) Remove screws and clips. Move mud guard toward the
center of the body and remove mud guard.
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B5M0289
2. REAR ARCH PROTECTOR
Remove rear arch protector.
B: INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Only use new screws and clips.
B5M0290A
10. Cowl Panel
A: REMOVAL
1) Remove wiper arms.
2) Open front hood.
3) Remove cowl panel seal using a plier.
B5M0291
4) Lift cowl panel and detach it from clips attached to body
panel.
B: INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
When installing cowl panel, first attach a middle clip to the
cap attached to body panel. Then tap the cowl panel to
attach it to other clips.
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B5M0289
2. REAR ARCH PROTECTOR
Remove rear arch protector.
B: INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Only use new screws and clips.
B5M0290A
10. Cowl Panel
A: REMOVAL
1) Remove wiper arms.
2) Open front hood.
3) Remove cowl panel seal using a plier.
B5M0291
4) Lift cowl panel and detach it from clips attached to body
panel.
B: INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
When installing cowl panel, first attach a middle clip to the
cap attached to body panel. Then tap the cowl panel to
attach it to other clips.
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B5M0292
11. Molding and Retainer
A: REMOVAL
1) Remove weatherstrip.
2) Remove tapping screws.
B5M0293A
B: INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Insert molding and retainer onto hook, then fasten with
screws.
B5M0294A
12. Front Grille
A: REMOVAL
1) Remove four upper clips from body panel. To facilitate
removal, press portion shown in figure using screwdriver.
2) Pull front grille to detach it from two lower clips.
(Two lower clips remain on headlight.)
B: INSTALLATION
Attach all clips to grille. Align them with clip hole in body
and push them into place.
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B5M0292
11. Molding and Retainer
A: REMOVAL
1) Remove weatherstrip.
2) Remove tapping screws.
B5M0293A
B: INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Insert molding and retainer onto hook, then fasten with
screws.
B5M0294A
12. Front Grille
A: REMOVAL
1) Remove four upper clips from body panel. To facilitate
removal, press portion shown in figure using screwdriver.
2) Pull front grille to detach it from two lower clips.
(Two lower clips remain on headlight.)
B: INSTALLATION
Attach all clips to grille. Align them with clip hole in body
and push them into place.
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