Milan FWD L4-2.3L (2008)
5. NOTE:
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If the brown layer is not broken or missing, apply only the silver grid repair compound to the break. If both the brown and silver layers of the
grid are broken or missing, apply a coating of the lacquer touch up paint across the break in the grid line prior to applying the rear window
defroster repair compound. Do not overlap the silver grid line with the paint. Several applications may be necessary to achieve a color match.
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Allow at least 5 minutes of drying time between applications for the touch up paint or the silver repair coating. Applying fewer coats or not
allowing adequate drying time between coats will produce repaired resistance that is greater than OEM resistance, resulting in poor defrost
performance and excessive localized heating.
Apply the repair coating to the grid break area in several smooth, continuous strokes. Extend the silver repair coating at least 6.35 mm (0.25 in) on
both sides of the break area.
Apply a minimum of 6 applications of the grid repair compound.
6. NOTE: The repair coating air-dries in approximately one minute and can be energized after 5 minutes. Optimum adhesion occurs after
approximately 24 hours.
Allow the repair area to dry completely and remove the mask.
7. CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the grid line with the razor blade. If this occurs, additional repair may be necessary.
Remove any excess repair compound above or below the grid line with a razor blade.
8. 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 repair area will be bright silver and will also tarnish over time to match the rest of the grid.
Test the system for normal operation.
