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Paint - Body Protection Film (PDS)

PRODUCT GENERAL INFORMATION
PG011-01

March 23, 2001

Title:
PRECAUTIONS FOR LONGER USE OF
BODY PROTECTIVE FILM

Models:
All '01 Models

Introduction
The effective period of the body protective film has been extended from 3 months to 6 months after the film is applied in production. With the lapse of time after the film is applied, the paint surface could be gradually affected by ambient temperature and other environmental conditions. The body protective film must be removed within 6 months.

Applicable Vehicles

^ 2001 model year all vehicles.

Precautions
After the body protective film is removed, please make sure to take the following precautions:

^ Using a soft cloth dipped in isopropyl alcohol, remove any remaining adhesive.

NOTE:
Do not use thinner to remove adhesive residue.

^ Expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for 3-4 days depending on ambient temperature, to reduce the condition of paint stepping or swelling.

NOTE:
^ Do not use a polisher to remove paint stepping or swelling.

^ To speed up the reduction of paint stepping or swelling, heat sources such as infrared light, dryer, steam cleaner, etc. may be used.





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