T-SB-0044-16

T-SB-0044-16
May 19, 2016
Paint Stains Under Rapgard
Service
Category
Vehicle Exterior
Section
Paint/Coatings
Market USA
Applicability
YEAR(S)
MODEL(S)
2010 - 2016
4Runner, Avalon, Avalon
HV, Camry, Camry HV,
Corolla, FJ Cruiser,
Highlander, Highlander HV,
Land Cruiser, Mirai, Prius,
Prius C, Prius PHV, Prius V,
RAV4, RAV4 EV, RAV4 HV,
Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma,
Tundra, Venza, Yaris, Yaris
R, Yaris SD MEX-Prod
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SUPERSESSION NOTICE
The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0040-08.
Applicability has been updated to include applicable 2016 model year vehicles.
Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0040-08 is Obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded.
Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding.
Introduction
On some vehicles, when Rapgard™ is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance.
These stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). The stain
patterns are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard™. These wrinkles sometimes trap water and
cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces, such as the
hood, roof, and trunk. Stains can be removed by heating the stained surface to remove the
trapped moisture.
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Introduction (Continued)
Figure 1.
Warranty Information
OP CODE
DESCRIPTION
TIME
T1
T2
BD1506
Paint Stains under Rapgard™
0.6
67
99
APPLICABLE WARRANTY
This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for
36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle’s in-service date.
Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in
this bulletin.
Required Tools & Equipment
TOOLS & MATERIAL
QTY
Infrared Lamp or Heat Gun
1
Aluminum Foil or Damp Cloth
1
Thermometer
1
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Repair Procedure
1. Use the aluminum foil or damp cloth to cover plastic/rubber parts that are near the stain.
2. Apply heat to the stain using an infrared lamp or heat gun.
NOTICE
Apply heat for 5 – 10 minutes at 158˚F – 176˚F (70˚C – 80˚C). Do NOT allow the
surface to become hotter than 176˚F (80˚C). Measure the temperature with
a thermometer.
3. After applying heat for 5 minutes, examine the area to determine if the stain has been
removed. If the stain still exists, continue to apply heat and re-examine the stain
5 minutes later.
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