Civic HX Coupe L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC (VTEC-E) MFI (2001)
Shallow Scratch:
Use a flexible block and #240 - #400 - #600 sandpaper.
Hole/Deep Gouge:
Cut out and make any torn or burred area flat.
Use a knife, flexible block, and #180 - #240 sandpapers.
2. Air blowing/degreasing
Clean the damaged area throughly.
Use alcohol, and wax and grease remover.
Undercoating
Undercoating
1. Spraying primer Primer is used to fill cavities in the putty and primer surfacer.
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Spray primer on the exposed area.
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Spray the 2 - 3 coats of primer on 2 - 3 coats over the area you applied puny.
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Apply primer to the back of the bumper if the damage is a tear or hole.
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Bumper primer
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Warm the primer if the ambient temperature is below 50 degrees F (10 degrees C).
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Follow the bumper primer manufacturer's instructions.
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Use a spray gun and a brush.
Drying
NOTE: Take care not to let the heat lamp deform the bumper during the drying process.
Dry the bumper primer thoroughly with an infrared dryer or other suitable method.
Drying Time: