Subaru 2004 Forester, Service Manual

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EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM
Front Bumper
2. REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS FOR COLORED PP BUMPER
NOTE:
All PP bumpers are provided with a grained surface, and if the surface is damaged, it cannot normally be re-
stored to its former condition. Damage limited to shallow scratches that cause only a change in the lustre of
the base material or coating, can be almost fully restored. Before repairing a damaged area, explain this point
to the customer and get an understanding about the matter. Repair methods are outlined below, based on a
classification of the extent of damage.
1) Minor damage causing only a change in the lustre of the bumper due to a light touch
Almost restorable.
2) Deep damage caused by scratching fences, etc.
A dent cannot be repaired but a whitened or swelled part can be removed.
Pro-
cess
No.
Process name Job contents
1 Cleaning Clean the area to be repaired using water.
2 Sanding Grind the repairing area with #500 sand paper in a “feathering” motion.
3 Finish
Resin section Coated section
Repeatedly apply wax to the affected area
using a soft cloth (such as flannel). Recom-
mended wax: NITTO KASEI Soft 99 TIRE WAX
BLACK, or equivalent.
Perform either the same operation as for the
resin section or process No. 18 and subse-
quent operations in the “3)” section, depending
on the degree and nature of damage.
Polish the waxed area with a clean cloth after 5
to 10 minutes.
Pro-
cess
No.
Process name Job contents
1 Cleaning Clean the damaged area with water.
2
Removal of dam-
aged area
Cut off protruding area, if any, due to collision, using a putty knife.
3 Sanding Grind the affected area with #100 to #500 sand paper.
4 Finish
Resin section Coated section
Same as Process No. 3 in the “1)” section.
Perform Process No. 12 and subsequent oper-
ations in the “3)” section.