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PAINT
PA002-02
REVISED
May 31, 2002
Title
PAINT STAINS UNDER RAPGARD
Models
All '02 - '06 Toyota & All '04 - '06 Scion
TSB REVISION NOTICE: ^ October 17, 2005: Applicable Vehicles updated to include 2006 model year Toyota vehicles and 2004 - 2006 model year Scion vehicles.
^ September 9, 2004: Applicable Vehicles now includes 2004 - 2005 model year vehicles.
All previous versions of this TSB should be discarded.
Introduction
On some vehicles when RapgardTM is removed the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the clear coat and should not be considered a defect in the paint (clear coat or color coat). The stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the RapgardTM. These wrinkles sometimes trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture especially on horizontal surfaces such as the hood roof and trunk. Stains can be removed by heating the stained surface to remove the trapped moisture.
Applicable Vehicles
^ 2002 - 2006 model year Toyota vehicles all models.
^ 2004 - 2006 model year Scion vehicles all models.
Warranty Information
Applicable Warranty*:
This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customers specific complaint.
Required Tools & Material
Repair Procedure1. Use the aluminum foil or damp cloth to cover plastic/rubber parts that are near the stain.
2. Apply heat to the stain using an infrared lamp or heat gun.
Note: Apply heat for 5 - 10 minutes at 158°F - 176°F (70°C - 80°C). Do NOT allow the surface to become hotter than 176°F (80°C). Measure the temperature with a thermometer.
3. After applying heat for 5 minutes examine the area to determine if the stain has been removed. If the stain still exists continue to apply heat and re-examine the stain 5 minutes later.
PA002-02
REVISED
May 31, 2002
Title
PAINT STAINS UNDER RAPGARD
Models
All '02 - '06 Toyota & All '04 - '06 Scion
TSB REVISION NOTICE: ^ October 17, 2005: Applicable Vehicles updated to include 2006 model year Toyota vehicles and 2004 - 2006 model year Scion vehicles.
^ September 9, 2004: Applicable Vehicles now includes 2004 - 2005 model year vehicles.
All previous versions of this TSB should be discarded.
Introduction
On some vehicles when RapgardTM is removed the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the clear coat and should not be considered a defect in the paint (clear coat or color coat). The stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the RapgardTM. These wrinkles sometimes trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture especially on horizontal surfaces such as the hood roof and trunk. Stains can be removed by heating the stained surface to remove the trapped moisture.
Applicable Vehicles
^ 2002 - 2006 model year Toyota vehicles all models.
^ 2004 - 2006 model year Scion vehicles all models.
Warranty Information
Applicable Warranty*:
This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customers specific complaint.
Required Tools & Material
Repair Procedure1. Use the aluminum foil or damp cloth to cover plastic/rubber parts that are near the stain.
2. Apply heat to the stain using an infrared lamp or heat gun.
Note: Apply heat for 5 - 10 minutes at 158°F - 176°F (70°C - 80°C). Do NOT allow the surface to become hotter than 176°F (80°C). Measure the temperature with a thermometer.
3. After applying heat for 5 minutes examine the area to determine if the stain has been removed. If the stain still exists continue to apply heat and re-examine the stain 5 minutes later.
