TSX L4-2.4L (2005)
Paint: Service and Repair
General
General Safety Precaution
The 3-coat,3-bake (3C,3B) paint finish gives the Acura TSX a deep gloss and stunning finish. This manual provides information on paint defect, repair,
and refinishing. Throughout, the objective is to explain in a simple yet comprehensive manner the basic items you should know about paint repairs.
Select the correct material for the defect and repaint or refinish in the correct manner as described.
Basic Rules for Repairing a Paint Finish
To repair paint damage, always use the 2-part acrylic urethane paints
designated; polish and bake each of the three coats, as in production, to maintain the original film thickness, and to assure the same quality as the original
finish.
Features In Each Work Process
Pretreatement and electrodeposition:
In the pretreatment process, the entire body is degreased, cleaned, and coated with zinc phosphate by dipping. After the body has been cleaned with pure
water, it is placed in an electrolytic bath of soluble primer (Cationic Electro deposition).
This produces a thorough corrosion inhibiting coating on the inner surface and corners of the body, pillars, sills, and panel joints. Chipping primer is then
applied to the most susceptible areas.
Intermediate coat:
The intermediate coat is applied to the prepared surface to further protect against damage.
Top coat:
Enamel paint and either polyester or acrylic resin paint are used in the top coat for higher solidity, smoothness,brightness, and weather resistance.
