Tribute ES 4WD V6-3.0L DOHC (2002)
6.
Inspect the area to determine if the brown layer of the grid is missing.
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If the brown layer of the grid is not broken or missing:
a.
Apply only the silver grid repair compound to the open grid line
b.
Apply the correct coating in several smooth continuous strokes (allowing five (5) minutes drying time between coats) across the open grid
line area using the brush applicator in the cap.
c.
Extend the service coating at least 6 mm (.25") on both sides of the open grid line area. Apply a minimum of six (6) coats of the grid repair
compound.
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If both brown and silver layers of the grid are broken or missing:
a.
Apply a coating of brown lacquer touch-up paint across the open line area first.
b.
Take care to paint only the area missing the color. Two (2) coats may be necessary to obtain the proper color.
c.
Allow the touch-up paint to dry at least five (5) minutes between coats. Apply six (6) coats of grid repair compound.
NOTE:
The interior side of the grid lines are not painted, but due to the silver tarnishing will tend to change the grid to a gold or brown color. The
repaired area will be bright silver and will also tarnish over time to match the rest of the grid.
7.
After five (5) minutes of dry time of the final coat of grid repair compound, remove the tape, step outside and inspect the repaired area.
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If the repair compound is not visible above or below the grid, proceed to Step 5. If the repair compound is visible above or below the grid, the
excess can be removed.
a.
Place a single-edge razor blade on the back window glass parallel to grid and scrape gently toward grid.
b.
A wider/thicker line will perform better but may not be cosmetically appealing.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage grid line with razor blade.
8.
Verify all of the grid lines function properly when finished.
Curing
The service coating will air-dry in approximately one (1) minute and the system can be energized after five minutes. Maximum hardness and
adhesion occur afier approximately 24 hours.
SOLDERING TERMINAL LEADS (The following procedure does not apply to MIATA & MAZDA3)
The new terminal will cover the original terminal location, but must be placed so that the new terminal conductive areas will be on a good
conductive base. This area should be cleaned with steel wool or an abrasive pad to remove grime from the buss-bar. After this, clean with glass
cleaner to remove all dirt, wax, grease, oil or other foreign matter. It is important that the repair area be clean and dry and have a metallic
appearance. Depending on the buss-bar condition, polishing with steel wool may be required. Please note that the entire buss-bar may be cleaned
to improve appearance.
