ForTwo L3-1.0L (2009)
Paint: Service and Repair
AH98.20-P-9410-01MCC Notes and repair options for painting detachable plastic components
AH98.20-P-9410-01MCC Notes And Repair Options For Painting Detachable Plastic Components
The detachable plastic parts (e.g. CBS front, CBS rear) are supplied as a dyed part painted with clearcoat or as a raw part painted with base coat and
clearcoat in the corresponding vehicle color.
Water-based paints are used.
Repair options:
1. Replacing parts
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If major damage has occurred such as cracks or deep scratches in plastic, the parts must be replaced.
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We also recommend replacing small parts such as outside mirror housings, hubcaps, and door handles in the event of paint damage.
2. Paint repair
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For slight damage such as short or flat scratches, stone marks or when being painted in another color, a post-repair refinishing is possible.
The plastic parts to be painted should be removed from the vehicle for painting. Integrated parts must be removed.
In the event of damage with substrate damage or if the paint coat has been sanded through, it is necessary to replace the plastic paneling with a painted
new part.
The components are made of PP (polypropylene) and joined by applying a flame; this procedure is not yet available at this time in the event of a repair.
The DaimlerChrysler approved system partners are currently working on repair solutions. When they are used, the processing specifications of the
manufacturer must be observed.
The detachable plastic parts must be placed or suspended for painting in such a way that their shape remains intact during force drying.
At drying temperatures in excess of 60 °C, detachable plastic parts can suffer irreversible deformation if the support is unsuitable.
