Body - Front Grille Scratch Repair Procedures

BODY
BO029-98

Title
FRONT GRILLE SCRATCH REPAIR PROCEDURES

Models:

'99 Camry Solara

October 30, 1998

Introduction

In the event that the special coating on the grille becomes scratched the following repair procedure should be used to restore the original luster and gloss level to the grille assembly.

Affected Vehicles

1999 Camry Solara.





Warranty Information

Repair Procedure

1. Dirt Removal:





Remove any dirt or contamination on the surface of the grille with soap and water (use a soft terry cloth or sponge for dirt removal).

NOTE:

^ Avoid the use of a brush (regardless of type) when cleaning the surface of the grille.

^ Tape (masking tape) around the grille, prior to the sanding process.

^ Be sure to remove all dirt particles, since they will cause further scratching of the plastic grille during the polishing process.

2. Surface Sanding:





Using light pressure sand the grille surface with 1500-2000 grit sandpaper until the scratch is removed.

NOTE:

^ Sanding may be done with or without water.

^ Change sandpaper frequently -- Sandpaper that is clogged with grille residue will add new scratches to the grille surface.

3. Surface Cleaning:

Clean all sanding residue from the grille surface.

4. Surface Polishing:





a. Apply a small amount of ultra-fine polishing compound to a soft towel (wet towel with water as necessary).

b. Polish the grille surface until the original luster is achieved.

5. Surface Cleaning:

Clean all polish residues from the grille surface.

6. Surface Waxing:

Wax the entire grille surface making sure to add a second coat of wax to all surfaces that were sanded and polished.

7. Final Clean-up:

a. Remove all masking tape.

b. Remove all remnants of polish and wax from the small area between the grille and hood area.