Bumper - Painting Precautions

TSB No. TS 006 11123(R)
Section Title: All Models

Division: Automotive
Category: Technical

SUBJECT:
PRECAUTIONS WHEN PAINTING REPLACEMENT PART BUMPER

MODEL: ALL

YEAR: ALL

CONDITION:
Bubbles and finish failure on painted bumpers.

CAUSE:
Improper painting procedures.

CORRECTION:
Follow precautions as listed in this bulletin.

REVISION:
Correction of applicable bumper color and additional precautions.

This bulletin is to inform you of the precautions that must be taken when painting gray bumpers for use as replacement parts. There are three spare part bumper colors that are available: White, Polypropylene, and Gray. This bulletin deals only with the gray bumpers. Since these bumpers are finished from the factory with gray primer # 799 (two liquid urethane gray paint), special painting procedures must be followed when applying the topcoat of paint. Improper painting procedures will cause a defective finish, such as paint lifting or bubbles.

PAINTING PRECAUTIONS IN APPLYING TOP COAT TO GRAY BUMPERS:

1. To avoid paint lifting before painting:

^ Do not grind or polish the bumper.

^ Do not use strong solvents.

^ Do not apply additional primer.

2. Be sure to use "TWO LIQUID-TYPE URETHANE PAINT" only. NEVER USE LACQUER. Lacquer will cause bubbles and paint lifting.

3. When drying, be careful not to use too much heat.
High limit: 176~F (80~C) x 30 minutes.





4. Do not apply the paint too thick. Standard paint thickness is as shown.