Environmental Fallout (Acid Rain)
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Environmental Fallout (Acid Rain)
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Refer to
Clearcoat/Ultraviolet Screeners Caution
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Note
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Always refer to the manufacturer's packaged instructions for the detailed procedures of materials used for compounding and/or polishing.
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Since the severity of the condition varies from area to area, proper diagnosis of the contamination extent is critical to the success of the repairs. Perform the diagnosis under high intensity fluorescent lighting on the horizontal surfaces (hood, roof panel, rear compartment lid), after the surfaces have been properly cleaned by washing the vehicle with GM Wash and Wax GM P/N 1237841 (Canadian P/N 10953203), or equivalent.
There are 3 basic types of acid rain damage:
Surface Level Contamination
May be repaired by simply washing the vehicle, cleaning the surface with a silicone wax and grease remover, neutralizing acidic residue, and finesse polishing-Refer to Surface Level Contamination Repair.
Clearcoat Etching
Slight etching is still noticeable after the above washing and finesse polishing procedure. Refer to Slight Clearcoat Damage - Wet Sanding, Finesse Polishing.
Basecoat Etching
Severe etching beyond the clearcoat into the basecoat in the affected areas will require refinishing. Refer to
Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems
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Surface Level Contamination Repair
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Thoroughly wash and dry the contaminated area with GM Wash and Wax GM P/N 1237841 (Canadian P/N 10953203), or equivalent.
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Clean the affected area with silicone, wax and grease remover.
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Remove and neutralize acidic residue by cleaning the contaminated areas with a mixture of baking soda and water (1 tablespoon of baking soda per 1 liter or 1 quart of water). Rinse thoroughly and dry the panel completely.
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If some damage remains, refer to Slight Clearcoat Damage - Wet Sanding, Finesse Polishing.
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Slight Clearcoat Damage - Wet Sanding, Finesse Polishing
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Select a small contaminated test area.
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Film thickness should be taken prior to the sanding and polishing. Refer to
Paint Gauges
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Wet sand and finesse polish the contaminated test area. Refer to
Clearcoat Repair Specifications - 3M Products
. If you suspect or discover that the etching has leaked through down to the base coat during polishing, if too much clear coat has been removed during sanding, or if the base coat is transferred to the polishing pad during polishing, the affect surface must be repainted. Refer to
Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems
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