Sentra Hatchback Coupe L4-1597cc 1.6L SOHC (E16i) (1987)
Technical Service Bulletin # BF87012
Date: 870413
Bumper - Polyurethane & Polypropylene Fascia Repair
Models
All Models
Section
Body & Frame
Classification
BF87-012
Bulletin No.
TS87-063
Date
April 13, 1987
POLYURETHANE & POLYPROPYLENE
BUMPER FASCIA REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
APPLIED MODELS: All models with polyurethane bumper fascia including the following models:
1984-1987 300ZX
1987 Stanza
1984-1987 200SX
1987 Pulsar NX
1985-1987 Maxima
1987 Van
1986-1987 Stanza Wagon
1987 Sentra
NOTE:All replacement bumper fascias are made from polyurethane.
SERVICE INFORMATION
This bulletin provides detailed instructions to repair polyurethane and polypropylene bumper fascias. A polyurethane bumper can be distinguished from
a polypropylene bumper by using the following test:
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Cut a small piece of material from the end of the bumper fascia and hold it over the flame of a match or lighter until it ignites.
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Polyurethane will burn with black smoke and have an odor.
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Polypropylene will burn with little smoke and will not have an odor.
Alternate Test:
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Sand an area near the damage with 36 grit disc.
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If the material sands cleanly, the bumper is polyurethane.
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If the material melts or smears when sanded, it is polypropylene.