7. NOTICE: To avoid paint failure, do not allow the alkaline neutralizer to dry on the vehicle.
Apply the product to the vehicle keeping the solution wet and lightly agitate for 5 to 7 minutes. For severe
conditions, work the product for up to 8 minutes.
8. Rinse the vehicle completely with cold water to remove the product.
9. Prepare the detail wash by mixing 29.5 ml (1 oz) with 3.78L (1 gal) of water.
10. Using a clean wash mitt, shampoo the entire vehicle and rinse with cold water. Dry the vehicle completely.
11. Visually inspect the paint surface for any remaining evidence of ferrous metal particles. Repeat procedure
as necessary.
12.
NOTICE: The High Voltage Traction Battery (HVTB) in a Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) can be
affected and damaged by excessively high temperatures. The temperature in some body shop paint
booths can exceed 60°C (140°F). Therefore, during refinishing operations, the paint booth
temperature must set at or below 60°C (140°F) with a bake time of 45 minutes or less. Temperatures
in excess of 60°C (140°F) or bake durations longer than 45 minutes will require the HVTB be
removed from the vehicle prior to placing in the paint booth. For additional information, refer to
Section 414-03
.
If required, proceed with the refinish process following paint manufacturer's guidelines.
Surface Finishing Following Decontamination
1. NOTICE: When attempting to affect a repair by buffing, polishing or color sanding, do not remove
an excess of 0.3 MIL of paint film or refinishing will be required.
NOTE: Acid rain discoloring or etching may require color sanding in addition to buffing and polishing. In
extreme cases, refinishing may be required if the following procedure does not restore the vehicle finish.
NOTE: Do not intermix buffing products. Use only one manufacturer's product.
NOTE: Always follow the manufacturer's product usage sequence. Use the appropriate buffing or polishing
pad at the recommended buffing speed as specified by the product manufacturer.
Apply rubbing compound to the vehicle surface as recommended by the product manufacturer.
2. Apply machine glaze to the vehicle surface as recommended by the product manufacturer.
3. Use an alcohol and water mixture (1 to 1) to clean the buffed and polished areas. Verify removal of
scratches and swirls before the application of the final polish.
4. Apply a final clear coat polish material by hand, with a dual-action sander and foam pad, or with an orbital
polisher and appropriate polishing bonnet.
5. Wash and dry the vehicle.
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