Rust Resistant Body
Rust-Resistant Body1. General
Rust-resistant performance is increased by using anti-corrosion sheet steel and anti-corrosion treatment by applying wax, sealer, anti-chipping paint, etc. to easily corroded parts such as the hood, doors, rocker panels, etc,
2. Anti-Corrosion Sheet Steel
2 types of anti-corrosion sheet steel are used: galvannealed sheet steel and zinc-iron alloy double layer galvanneled sheet steel. Galvannealed sheet steel is used for many inner panels and the engine compartment, etc. Zinc-iron alloy double layer galvannealed sheet steel is used for front and rear door panels.
3. Wax and Sealer
Wax and sealer are applied to hemmed portions of the hood, door panels, hinge, back door and etc. to improve rust-resistant performance.
4. Under Coat
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) coating is applied to the under side of the body. The fender apron and other parts, which are subject to damage by flying stones, etc. are given a thick coating to improve rust-resistant performance.
5. Anti-Chipping Application
Anti-chipping paint is applied around the wheel housing of all models. In addition, PVC chipping primer is applied to the rocker panel area of the outside moulding on side stepless model.
Furthermore, soft-chip primer is applied to the front end of the hood, and anti-chipping paint is applied to the lower door panel area of the outside moulding on side stepless model.