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BODY COMPONENT PARTS
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1. Hood 19. Roof bow No.1
2. Front fender (RH&LH) 20. Roof bow No.2
3. Side body assembly (RH&LH) 21. Roof bow No.3
4. Outer front pillar reinforcement (RH&LH) 22. Rear roof rail assembly
5. Outer center pillar reinforcement (RH&LH) 23. Roof assembly (for sunroof)
6. Outer sill (RH&LH) 24. Rear fender assembly (RH&LH)
7. Outer sill reinforcement assembly (RH&LH) 25. Upper back pillar assembly (RH&LH)
8. Upper inner front pillar assembly (RH&LH) 26. Back pillar assembly (RH&LH)
9. Front roof rail brace (RH&LH) 27. Rear panel assembly
10. Inner side roof rail (RH&LH) 28. Upper rear bumper retainer
11. Inner center pillar (RH&LH) 29. Front door assembly (RH&LH)
12. Inner rear pillar (RH&LH) 30. Outer front door panel (RH&LH)
13. Lower inner rear pillar (RH&LH) 31. Rear door assembly (RH&LH)
14. Outer rear wheelhouse (RH&LH) 32. Outer rear door panel (RH&LH)
15. Outer rear wheelhouse extension (RH&LH) 33. Front bumper reinforcement
16. Inner rear wheelhouse (RH&LH) 34. Front bumper stay
17. Roof 35. Rear bumper reinforcement
18. Front roof rail assembly 36. Rear bumper stay (RH&LH)
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Corrosion ProtectionAIS0065Q
DESCRIPTION
To provide improved corrosion prevention, the following anti-corrosive measures have been implemented in
NISSAN production plants. When repairing or replacing body panels, it is necessary to use the same anti-cor-
rosive measures.
Anti-corrosive Precoated Steel (Galvannealed Steel)
To improve repairability and corrosion resistance, a new type of anti-
corrosive precoated steel sheet has been adopted replacing conven-
tional zinc-coated steel sheet.
Galvannealed steel is electroplated and heated to form Zinc-iron
alloy, which provides excellent and long term corrosion resistance
with cationic electrodeposition primer.
Nissan Genuine Service Parts are fabricated from galvannealed steel. Therefore, it is recommended that
GENUINE NISSAN PARTS or equivalent be used for panel replacement to maintain the anti-corrosive perfor-
mance built into the vehicle at the factory.
Phosphate Coating Treatment and Cationic Electrodeposition Primer
A phosphate coating treatment and a cationic electrodeposition primer, which provide excellent corrosion pro-
tection, are employed on all body components.
CAUTION:
Confine paint removal during welding operations to an absolute
minimum.
Nissan Genuine Service Parts are also treated in the same manner. Therefore, it is recommended that GENU-
INE NISSAN PARTS or equivalent be used for panel replacement to maintain anti-corrosive performance built
into the vehicle at the factory.
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ANTI-CORROSIVE WAX
To improve corrosion resistance, anti-corrosive wax is applied inside the body sill and inside other closed sec-
tions. Accordingly, when replacing these parts, be sure to apply anti-corrosive wax to the appropriate areas of
the new parts. Select an excellent anti-corrosive wax which will penetrate after application and has a long shelf
life.
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UNDERCOATING
The underside of the floor and wheelhouse are undercoated to prevent rust, vibration, noise and stone chip-
ping. Therefore, when such a panel is replaced or repaired, apply undercoating to that part. Use an undercoat-
ing which is rust preventive, soundproof, vibration-proof, shock-resistant, adhesive, and durable.
Precautions in Undercoating
1. Do not apply undercoating to any place unless specified (such as the areas above the muffler and three
way catalyst which are subjected to heat).
2. Do not undercoat the exhaust pipe or other parts which become hot.
3. Do not undercoat rotating parts.
4. Apply bitumen wax after applying undercoating.
5. After putting seal on the vehicle, put undercoating on it.
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STONE GUARD COAT
To prevent damage caused by stones, the lower outer body panel (fender, door, etc.) have an additional layer
of Stone Guard Coating over the ED primer coating. When replacing or repairing these panels, apply Stone
Guard coating to the same portions as before. Use a coating which is rust preventive, durable, shock-resistant
and has a long shelf life.
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Body SealingAIS00625
DESCRIPTION
The following figure shows the areas which are sealed at the factory. Sealant which has been applied to these
areas should be smooth and free from cuts or gaps. Care should be taken not to apply an excess amount of
sealant and not to allow other unaffected parts to come into contact with the sealant.
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