Paint - Liquid Film Transit Coating

Group: 00

Number: 01-04

Date: Sep. 6, 2001

Subject:
New Protective Vehicle Transit Coating, Liquid Film

Model(s):
TT 2002

Condition





A new "liquid film" polyurethane (PE) protective vehicle transit coating will be used on some TT models beginning with 7/2001 production.

Service

^ At the latest 72 hours prior to delivery:

^ Inspect liquid film.

^ Remove liquid film from vehicle.

^ Wash vehicle exterior.

^ Inspect paint surfaces, moldings and glass.

^ Protect the paint surface of all new vehicles by hand-applying 3M Perfect-It(TM) Paste Wax (3M Part No. 39526) or equivalent.

Note:





^ Liquid film must be removed from the vehicle no later than six months after application. See sticker (location on vehicle body varies) for detailed information.

^ Vehicles stored outside for longer than six months must be protected with a conventional wax (3M Perfect-It(TM) Paste Wax or equivalent).

^ To avoid swirl marks and/or scratches, always apply and remove wax by hand. Do not use a high-speed buffer!

Liquid film inspection

- Inspect film for damage or peeling.

If film is disturbed (dented, scratched, etc.):

- Note any damage on the Carrier Delivery Receipt, including damage type, extent, and location. Failure to note damage on the Carrier Delivery Receipt will result in non-payment of the repair.

Liquid film removal

^ Body surface temperature must be within 14° to 122°F (-10° to 50° C) range.

^ To avoid damage to the paint, surface temperature of paint should not exceed 176° F (80° C).

- If necessary, rinse vehicle with cool water to lower body surface temperature.

- Starting at the corners of each panel, remove liquid film in one steady motion.

Paint inspection after film removal

- Inspect painted surfaces under one of the following lighting conditions:

^ Indoors under fluorescent lighting.

^ Outdoors under bright sunlight.

Temporary paint discoloration or swelling, caused by residual water in the film material diffusing into the paint, may become visible after film removal.

Depending upon ambient temperature, the discoloration or swelling will disappear after approximately 24 hours regeneration time.

Severe paint discoloration or swelling can be removed with a heat gun or hair dryer as follows:

- Hold heat gun approximately 3 in. away from affected paint surfaces and apply heat using slow oscillating motions until discoloration is gone.

Removal of liquid film residue or overspray

Thick lines of adhesive residue can be removed with general purpose adhesive cleaner (3M Part No. 08987-aerosol or 3M Part No. 08984-qt. can) or equivalent.

Adhesive residues remaining on the paint after removal of the film can be easily removed after approximately 12 hours. Use a non-abrasive polishing product (3M Part No. 5995 for light colors or 3M Part No. 5996 for dark colors).

Film overspray (i.e. film sprayed into gaps) can be removed with an isopropyl alcohol cleaning solvent, VW Part No. D 009 401 04.

CAUTION!
Part numbers are for reference only.

Always check with your Parts Dept. for the latest parts Information Disposal of liquid film Liquid film can be discarded as normal paper waste. If uncertain about proper disposal procedures, check local regulations.