CR-V LX 4WD L4-1972cc 2.0L DOHC MFI (2000)
2. Preparation of metal surface.
Remove all corrosion from the damaged area using a #180 or #280 paper.
3. Air Blowing/Degressing
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Air blow the sanded area, then degrease with a wax and grease remover.
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Use the following materials:
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38125 Enamel Reducer (Dupont)
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Spies Hecker Silicon Remover (Hoechst)
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Standox Silicon Remover (Herberts)
WARNING:
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Do not use high air pressure; use only an approved, 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/sq.cm, 30psi) air nozzle.
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Wear goggles or safety glasses to prevent eye injury.
4. Treatment of metal surface
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Brush or spray a solution of chrome phoshate or washer primer on the exposed metal surface.
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Use the following materials to treat the metal surface:
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2145 Kwik-Prep TM (Dupont)
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6155/6165 Vari Prim self Etching Primer TM (Dupont)
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Spies Hecker Priomat 1:1 Wash Primer 3688 (Hoechst)
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Standox Etching Adhesion Primer (Herberts)
NOTE:
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Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
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Treat the metal surface, as much as possible, to provide a better bonding surface for the subsequent paint.
5. Application of Filler, Drying and Sanding
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Small cracks or pinholes in the sheet metal should be repaired with a filler and sanded flat and smooth.
NOTE:
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Mix the putty with the hardener in the correct ratio.
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Follow the filler manufacturer's instructions.
WARNING: Body parts being dried with an industrial dryer can get hot enough to cause injury. Do not touch parts being dried.
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Allow the filler to air dry for about 5-6 minutes, then force dry with an infrared lamp.
NOTE: Keep the lamp 40-50 cm (16-20 in) from the filler while drying.
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Stop drying the filler if a white mark appears when the surface is scratched with your nail. Wet or dry sand the surface flat and smooth with a
#280 or #320 sand paper.
6. Air Blowing/Degreasing
WARNING:
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Blow the surface to be repaired with compressed air, then degrease with a wax and grease remover.
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Use the following materials:
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38125 Enamel Reducer (Dupont)
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Spies Hecker Silicon Remover (Hoechst)
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Standox Silicon Remover (Herberts)
NOTE: Also clean and degrease surfaces where masking tape will be attached.
7. Masking
Mask the areas surrounding the damage to prevent overspray from the primer.
8. Application and Drying of Primer/Drying
WARNING:
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Ventilate when spraying paint. Most paint contains substances that are harmful if inhaled or swallowed. Read the paint label before
opening the paint container.
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Avoid contact with skin. Wear an approved respirator, gloves, eye protection, and appropriate clothing when painting.
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Paint is flammable. Store it in a safe place, and keep it away from sparks, flames, or cigarettes.
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Spray the primer over the filler and surface (use epoxy or urethane 2-part primer).
