Astra G: Paint

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1. 01General Vehicle InformationGeneral Vehicle Information: Sections
2. 02Maintenance, Body and Chassis Sheet Metal Parts, FrameMaintenance, Body and Chassis Sheet Metal Parts, Frame: Sections
3. 03PaintPaint: Sections
   • Description and Operation11 pages

     • Introduction Division of new technical developments Astra G brochure
     • Inspection system New developments to be noted in the case of the Astra G
     • Inspection system Opel Service Manual, MY 98 1/2
     • Inspection system Inspection brochure
     • Inspection system Pre-delivery inspection
     • Introduction Division of new technical developments Astra G brochure
     • Introduction The product
     • General Type and model code
     • General View - saloon, 3-door
     • General View - saloon, 5-door
     • General View - estate, 5-door
     • General Dimensions
   • Other Information › Disposal, recycling
   • Technical Service Bulletins › Offcolour, Discoloured › 1998 Model Year Paint Colours all models but LCV/RV
   • Front End2 pages

     • Other Information › Replacing vehicle identification plate
     • Technical Service Bulletins › Offcolour, Discoloured › Paint - clear varnish alterations above windscreen
   • Vehicle Side › Other Information › Replacing vehicle identification plate
   • Painting Repair System44 pages

     • Repair Instructions43 pages

       • Paint Information on the Vehicle Identification Plate
       • Overview of Paint Repair Pictograms
       • Blending System
       • Brief description of blend-in painting (two-coat paint applications)
       • Brief description of touch-in painting (two-coat paint applications)
       • Paint Systems
       • Paint Stages
       • Time Allowances (hrs)
       • Production Painted Plastic Parts (Exterior)
       • Operations - General
       • Step A - Observe Service Literature and Safety Measures
       • Step B - Prepare Workshop Equipment, Aids
       • Overview of Paint Systems (Individual Part Paint Application / Blend-in Painting / Touching-up)
       • System 1, 2-C Acrylic-coat for 1-coat Paint Applications
       • System 3, Top 2-coat Base Metallic for 2-coat Paint Applications
       • System 4, Water Base Coat for 2-coat Solid Paint Applications
       • System 5, Top 2-coat Metallic Base Coat for 2-coat Paint Applications
       • System 6, 2-C Acrylic-coat for 1-coat Paint Applications
       • System 8, Top 2-coat Base Metallic for 2-coat Paint Applications
       • System 9, Water Base Coat for 2-coat Paint Applications
       • Introduction
       • General
       • System 2, VOC Coat for 1-coat Paint Applications
       • System 7, VOC Coats for 1-coat Paint Applications
       • System 10, VOC Coat for 1-coat Paint Applications
       • System 11, Water Base Coat for 2-coat Paint Applications
       • Special Applications for the Exterior Colour China Blue (Astra-G-Bertone Production)
       • Exterior Colours - Model Year 2003.5
       • System 12, Two-colour Paint Applications on Plastic Surfaces
       • Brief description of blend-in painting (three-coat paint applications)
       • Brief description of touch-in painting (three-coat paint applications)
       • Contents of the publication 'Paint repair systems'
       • Exterior Colours - Model Year 2005
       • Product Version
       • Sanding means for various operations
       • VOC guideline - background information
       • System 13, Painting individual parts for 1-coat paint application (metal, aluminium)
       • System 14, Painting individual parts for 2-coat paint application (metal, aluminium)
       • System 15, Blend-in painting / touching up for 2-coat paint application (metal)
       • System 16, Individual part painting for 2-coat paint application (plastic)
       • System 17, Two-colour paint applications on plastic surfaces
       • Practical tips
       • Areas for Exterior Painting, Plastic Parts Production
     • Other Information › Areas for Exterior Painting, Plastic Parts Production
   • Painting Repair Operations65 pages

     • Repair Instructions47 pages

       • Paint Information on the Vehicle Identification Plate
       • Overview of Paint Repair Pictograms
       • Blending System
       • Brief description of blend-in painting (two-coat paint applications)
       • Brief description of touch-in painting (two-coat paint applications)
       • Paint Systems
       • Paint Stages
       • Time Allowances (hrs)
       • Production Painted Plastic Parts (Exterior)
       • Operations - General
       • Step A - Observe Service Literature and Safety Measures
       • Step B - Prepare Workshop Equipment, Aids
       • Overview of Paint Systems (Individual Part Paint Application / Blend-in Painting / Touching-up)
       • System 1, 2-C Acrylic-coat for 1-coat Paint Applications
       • System 3, Top 2-coat Base Metallic for 2-coat Paint Applications
       • System 4, Water Base Coat for 2-coat Solid Paint Applications
       • System 5, Top 2-coat Metallic Base Coat for 2-coat Paint Applications
       • System 6, 2-C Acrylic-coat for 1-coat Paint Applications
       • System 8, Top 2-coat Base Metallic for 2-coat Paint Applications
       • System 9, Water Base Coat for 2-coat Paint Applications
       • Introduction
       • General
       • System 2, VOC Coat for 1-coat Paint Applications
       • System 7, VOC Coats for 1-coat Paint Applications
       • System 10, VOC Coat for 1-coat Paint Applications
       • System 11, Water Base Coat for 2-coat Paint Applications
       • Special Applications for the Exterior Colour China Blue (Astra-G-Bertone Production)
       • Exterior Colours - Model Year 2003.5
       • System 12, Two-colour Paint Applications on Plastic Surfaces
       • Brief description of blend-in painting (three-coat paint applications)
       • Brief description of touch-in painting (three-coat paint applications)
       • Contents of the publication 'Paint repair systems'
       • Exterior Colours - Model Year 2005
       • Product Version
       • Sanding means for various operations
       • VOC guideline - background information
       • System 13, Painting individual parts for 1-coat paint application (metal, aluminium)
       • System 14, Painting individual parts for 2-coat paint application (metal, aluminium)
       • System 15, Blend-in painting / touching up for 2-coat paint application (metal)
       • System 16, Individual part painting for 2-coat paint application (plastic)
       • System 17, Two-colour paint applications on plastic surfaces
       • Practical tips
       • Vehicle Identification Plate, Replace 61, 63, 67)
       • Explanation of Time Allowances - Paint Stages I, II and III
       • Areas for Exterior Painting (Example: Model F48)
       • Areas for Interior Painting (Example: Model F48)
       • Procedural Schematic for Paint Repairs
     • Description and Operation2 pages

       • Painting Identification plate
       • Painting Identification plate paint data/range of colours
     • Component Locator4 pages

       • Areas for Exterior Painting (Example: Model F48)
       • Areas for Interior Painting (Example: Model F48)
       • Painted Plastic Parts from Production (Models 61, 63, 67)
       • Unpainted Plastics from Production (Models 61, 63, 67)
     • Specifications › Vehicle Identification Plate, Replace 61, 63, 67)
     • Other Information10 pages

       • Plastics (examples of designation abbreviations)
       • Replacing vehicle identification plate
       • Vehicle Identification Plate, Replace 61, 63, 67)
       • Explanation of Time Allowances - Paint Stages I, II and III
       • Plastics (Codes - Examples)
       • Painting, Front and Rear Panelling (Models 61, 63, 67)
       • Painted Plastic Parts from Production (Models 61, 63, 67)
       • Unpainted Plastics from Production (Models 61, 63, 67)
       • General Information
       • Procedural Schematic for Paint Repairs
     • Technical Service Bulletins › Offcolour, Discoloured › Paint - clear varnish alterations above windscreen
   • Adhesive Foiles12 pages

     • Repair Instructions6 pages

       • Replace decorative films
       • Lettering, Replace (Models F08, F48) 63, 67)
       • Lettering, Replace (Models F35, F70)
       • Lettering, Replace (Model F69)
       • Lettering, Replace (Models F07, F67)
       • Rear Quarter Panel Lettering, Replace (Models F07, F67)
     • Other Information6 pages

       • Replacing vehicle identification plate
       • Lettering, Replace (Models F08, F48) 63, 67)
       • Lettering, Replace (Models F35, F70)
       • Lettering, Replace (Model F69)
       • Lettering, Replace (Models F07, F67)
       • Rear Quarter Panel Lettering, Replace (Models F07, F67)
   • Corrosion Protection3 pages

     • Description and Operation3 pages

       • Painting Corrosion protection and painting as standard
       • Painting Overview of standard painted plastic parts
       • Painting Overview of plastic parts without standard painting
     • Other Information
4. 04Body EquipmentBody Equipment: Sections
5. 05Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC): Sections
6. 06Front Wheel Suspension, Wheels and TyresFront Wheel Suspension, Wheels and Tyres: Sections
7. 07Rear Axle and Rear Wheel SuspensionRear Axle and Rear Wheel Suspension: Sections
8. 08BrakesBrakes: Sections
9. 09Engine and Engine AggregatesEngine and Engine Aggregates: Sections
10. 10Clutch and TransmissionClutch and Transmission: Sections
11. 11Fuel and Exhaust SystemFuel and Exhaust System: Sections
12. 12SteeringSteering: Sections
13. 13Electrical Equipment and InstrumentsElectrical Equipment and Instruments: Sections
14. 14AccessoriesAccessories: Sections