BASECOAT/CLEARCOAT FINISH
CAUTION: Do not use abrasive chemicals, abrasive compounds or harsh alkaline based cleaning solvents
on the painted surfaces of a vehicle. Failure to follow this caution can result in damage to
vehicle finish.
The original equipment paint finish is a multi step process that involves multi step cleaning, applying electro
deposition primer (E-coat), anti-chip primer, basecoat, and clearcoat steps.
On most vehicles a two-part paint application (basecoat/clearcoat) is used. The vehicle’s “color” paint that is applied
over primer is called basecoat. A clearcoat paint is then applied to protect the basecoat from ultraviolet light and
provides a durable high-gloss finish.
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