Body - Paint Chipping On Rear Door(s)
NUMBER: 13-87-08RDATE: 07/20/11
APPLICABILITY: 2009MY Forester
SUBJECT: Paint Chipping on Rear Door
INTRODUCTION
COUNTERMEASURE IN PRODUCTION
The larger film was used in production starting in late March 2008 with VIN 9*720021
PART INFORMATION
Tools and Material Required
^ Mild detergent
^ Water
^ Spray bottle
^ Soft clean towel
^ 3M(TM) Hand Applicator PA1-B Blue squeegee or equivalent
^ Rubbing alcohol
REPAIR INFORMATION
Note:
Inspect paint, repair as necessary following the procedure listed in the introduction of this bulletin.
Note:
Paint repairs must be completed prior to installation of the new protective film.
Note:
Allow at least 48 hours for paint to dry before installing film.
Note:
If film replacement is required on one side, both sides must be replaced at the same time.
Protective film taped into place for illustration purposes.
Remove the old film. Using mild detergent mixed with water, clean the area that will be covered with the new film. Clean a second time using rubbing alcohol.
Note:
Vehicle and film must be at room temperature for proper adhesion. Do not install protector film dry.
Spray the area of the rear door where the protective film will be installed with mild detergent mixed with water.
The protector film consists of 3 layers, white backing, protector film and template.
Remove white backing from protector film and template. Spray the protector film and template (the side which the white backing was removed) with mild detergent mixed with water.
Align protector film and template to rear door. Using a squeegee working from the center towards the edges, remove the air bubbles. Continue until all air bubbles are removed.
Remove template
Use a soft clean towel, wipe off excess water and go over edges to insure that protector film is firmly applied.
WARRANTY/CLAIM INFORMATION