Paint - Stains on Rapgard Applied Areas

BODY
BO002-96
AUGUST 9, 1996
Model: ALL MODELS

Title: STAINS ON RAPGARD APPLIED AREAS





On some Lexus models, when Rapgard is removed from the vehicle, a stain is left on the paint surface. This stain can be seen under the clear coat and is not a defect of the clear coat. The stain corresponds to a wrinkled area of Rapgard which retained liquids, such as window washer fluid, that left a discoloration.

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

To remove a stain from a vehicle, heat the stain surface to a temperature of 70°C - 80°C. When the stain is removed it will not reappear.

Equipment -

1. Infrared lamp or dryer to heat the surface.

2. Aluminum foil or a damp cloth to protect plastic parts from deformation.

Procedure -

1. Apply aluminum foil to adjoining plastic parts or cool with damp cloth periodically.

2. Use an infrared lamp or dryer on the stain developed area and heat for 5 to 10 minutes at 70°C - 80°C.

3. After heating for 5 minutes, check whether the stain has disappeared. If the stain still remains, reheat the area and check again.

NOTE:
Take care that the body's paint surface temperature does not become too high.





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