Sentra XE L4-1.8L (QG18DE) (2000)
Paint: All Technical Service Bulletins
Paint - Polishing Procedure
Classification:
BT00-008
Reference:
NTB00-029
Date:
March 15, 2000
APPLIED VEHICLE:
2000 Sentra (B15)
2000 SENTRA PAINT POLISHING PROCEDURE
SERVICE INFORMATION
If it is necessary to remove fine scratches (swirl marks, buff/polish marks), use the recommended equipment and materials and follow the Service
Procedure listed below.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1.
Vehicle/Panel Preparation
a.
Thoroughly rinse vehicle, preferably in shady area, to remove surface dirt or dust. If vehicle is extremely dirty, wash vehicle with soap and
water consistent with Nissan car wash procedures.
b.
Prior to polishing, ensure painted surfaces are dry, cool to the touch, and completely free of dust and water spots.
2.
Polishing (equipment/materials)
a.
Polishing to remove fine scratches requires a foam polishing pad with only a dual action sander.
CAUTION:
Do not use an orbital (rotational) buffer with a foam or wool pad.
b.
For isolated fine scratches, polish the affected area of each panel (e.g., hood, deck lid, door panel). For cases of more extensive fine
scratches, it may be necessary to polish the entire panel.
c.
Spread the glaze around with the pad before turning the sander "ON". For best results, keep the pad nearly flat and move it slowly but
continuously over the area. Use an overlapping pattern to assure even polishing effort on all areas. Wipe off excess material with a clean
terry cloth towel.
CAUTION:
While polishing, it is important to maintain a "wet" surface. Do not polish a dry surface. More than the usual quantity of glaze may be
necessary to keep the paint surface cool.
d.
If necessary, repeat polishing procedure until acceptable.
CLAIMS INFORMATION
Reference the Nissan "Warranty Paint Flat Rate Manual", B15 Section, and use the Polish and Buff operation, or combination of operations, that best