Pg. 103 washing – Volvo S40 User Manual

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2003 Volvo S40 & V40

Minor stone chips and scratches
Material:
Primer - can
Paint - touch-up bottle
Brush
Masking tape

NOTE: When touching up the car, it should be clean and dry. The surface temperature should be above
60° F (15° C).

Scratches on the surface If the stone chip has not penetrated down to the metal and an undamaged
layer of paint remains, the touchup paint can be applied as soon as the spot has been cleaned.

Deep scratches
1. Place a strip of masking tape over the damaged surface. Pull the tape off so that any loose flakes of
paint adhere to it.
2. Thoroughly mix the primer and apply it with a small brush.
When the primer surface is dry, the paint can be applied using a brush. Mix the paint thoroughly; apply
several thin paint coats and let dry after each application.
3. If there is a longer scratch, you may want to protect surrounding paint by masking it off.

pg. 103 Washing



Washing the car

The car should be washed at regular intervals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spots adhere to the paint

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