Paint - Codes and Cross References
Group Ref.: BodyCorporate Ref. No.: 111703R
Date: August, 1993
SUBJECT:
PAINT INFORMATION
MODEL:
1994 Cadillac Models
This bulletin is being revised to add the 1994 model year and update new paint information.
This bulletin is intended to provide a cross reference between factory paints and materials to the refinish products available in the field. It provides information about plastics identification and specific repairs required by some materials. It also provides a detailed list of the various suppliers' ordering codes for exterior, interior, vinyl roof moldings, and paint stripe colors. Paint codes listed in the bulletin are, or soon will be, available from local paint suppliers.
Cadillac encourages the use of refinish materials that match the paint technologies and suppliers in our plants. However, other suppliers produce service paint which could perform satisfactorily for field repairs. Your local paint supplier can provide additional information.
The Service Parts Identification (SPID) label is located on the inside of the rear compartment area. This label contains the paint codes needed to identify the paint materials for field repairs. Note this label identifies the paint code along with the WA # for that paint code. It is equally important to use this WA # along with the paint code to identify the correct repair materials. Care should be taken to transfer the SPID label or its information if the panel to which the label is affixed requires replacement. Replacement SPID labels are not available.
Depending on your body shop location, certain low VOC compliant materials may need to be substituted for the materials listed in this bulletin. Please check your local laws and regulations to determine the ability of the material to comply.
PLASTIC PARTS IDENTIFICATION
All 1994 Cadillacs have exterior parts made of various types of plastic materials that require specific procedures to obtain high quality refinishing results. Included in this bulletin is a chart listing the different types of plastic materials used on 1994 models. For best results when painting is required, determine the type of plastic material from the chart. Then follow the correct paint procedure, depending upon what painting material and equipment is available.
SPECIFIC REPAIR PROCEDURES
General Paint Procedure For Exterior Flexible Plastics
Polyvinylchloride (PVC); Polyurethane (PUR, TPUR, RRIM, RIM); Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE); EPDM Rubber (supplied in prime).
There are a multitude of finishing systems available on the market for painting and/or repairing flexible plastic parts. Following is a general outline of painting procedures, including a list of available products. Refer to the manufacturer's literature available through your jobber for details on proper mixing and application.
1. Thoroughly clean part by washing with a suitable cleaning solvent to remove all surface contaminates.
Cleaning Solvents: (low VOC alternate material shown in brackets)
a. DuPont 3919S Prep-Sol/Plastic Cleaner 2319S {3929 Prep-Sol or 3949S Cleaner}
b. BASF Pre-Kleano 900 (905 Water-Base Prep Cleaner)
c. PPG Acryli-Clean DX330 or DX103 Multi-Prep (DX380 Low VOC Cleaner)
d. Sherwin-Williams Kril-Kleen R1-K213 (Aqua-Mate W4K157)
e. Acme 6089; Rogers 4089 (Acme 87 Aqua-Klix; Rogers 4087; Kle-Car III
f. Martin-Senour 6387 (6388 Kleanz Easy II}
IMPORTANT:
Previously painted parts that show signs of cracking, peeling, or improper adhesion must be stripped before repainting.
2. Scuff sand to an even dull appearance the entire surface to be painted with fine (400 grit or finer) sandpaper and feather edge any damaged areas and rewash.
3. Apply two thin coats of primer, when required, per top coat manufacturer's recommendation and allow to completely dry before proceeding. (For most products, approximately 30 minutes.)
4. Prepare color coat according to the manufacturer's recommendation and apply sufficient double coats to develop the proper shade. For best results, allow a few minutes dry time between each double coat.
5. Following is a list of some of the products available for painting flexible plastic: (low VOC alternate material shown in brackets)
^ PPG Flexible Primer - DPX844 {low VOC Plastic Primer DPW 1844}
^ PPG Flexative - DX369 {Elastomeric Additive} or DC950 NCT
^ DuPont 9250S Flex Additive
^ Sherwin-Williams Multi-Flex-V6V299
^ Acme/Rogers Multi-Flex-68/4068
^ Martin-Senour Flex Additive-3084
^ BASF Diamont Flex Agent DF-25; Glassodur Elastifier Additive 521-111
^ R-M 891 Flex
Nylon
Will be supplied in prime. Use the same procedure to refinish as on sheet metal parts.
Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS)
No prime required. Paint interior parts with acrylic lacquer.
Polyester Parts (UP, PBTP) Will be supplied in prime and/or black paint. Use the same procedure to refinish or repair as on sheet metal parts.
Polypropylene Interior parts.
1. Wash surface thoroughly with cleaning solvent.
2. Apply primer immediately and allow to dry completely before color coating.
3. Color coat with lacquer or enamel reduced and applied according to the manufacturer's recommendation.
4. Materials: (low VOC alternate material shown in brackets)
Cleaners: DuPont Prep-Sol 2319S; DuPont 3939 Enamel Cleaner {2949 Metal Cleaner}; DuPont 3812S Enamel Reducer; PPG DX330 or DX103 {DX380 Low VOC Cleaner}; Sherwin-Williams R1-K213 {Aqua-Mate W4K1571} Acme 6089; Rogers 4089 {Acme 87 Aqua-Klix; Rogers 4087; Kle-Car III; Martin-Senour 6387 (6388 Kleanz Easy II} Primer: DuPont 329S Polypropylene Primer; GM 1052364; PPG DPX800 {DPW 1844 Plastic Primer}; Sherwin-Williams P3C24; Acme/Rogers 524/4524; Martin-Senour 6242;
Minlon
1. Center pillar hinge covers on the 1994 Seville are made of a rigid nylon material known as Minlon.
2. Service parts will be supplied in prime, and refinish procedures should be the same as those used for sheet metal with no flex agents required.
BASE COAT REPLACEMENTS (BCR)
Base coat replacements, which are essentially color-keyed primers, are being utilized on all 1994 Cadillacs to improve the factory processing of the vehicles. Specific areas that will be painted with the BCR exposed include:
1. The Underside Of The Hood
2. The Motor Compartment
^ Upper and lower radiator support
^ Front of dash panel
^ Shock towers
3. Back Side Of The Fuel Door Repairs to surfaces painted with BCR's should be done with base coat paint.
REFINISH MATERIAL TABLES
The tables included provide specific field refinish materials for 1994 Cadillac colors.