Rust Resistant
Rust-Resistant Body1. General
Rust-resistant performance is ensured by the extensive use of anti-corrosion sheet steel, as well as by an anti-corrosion treatment which includes the application of anti-rust wax, sealer and anti-chipping paint to corrosion-prone parts such as the hood, doors and rocker panels.
2. Anti-corrosion Sheet Steel
Anti-corrosion sheet steel is used as shown below.
3. Wax and Sealer
Wax and sealer are applied to hemmed portions of the hood, door panels, rocker panels, fuel lid hinge, back door, and luggage compartment door to ensure rust-resistant performance.
4. Under coat
Acrylic acid resin is applied to the underside of the body, inside the rear wheel housings, and other parts that are susceptible to stone chipping damage, thus ensuring the rust-resistant performance of these areas.
5. Anti-chipping Application
^ Anti-chipping primer is used on parts to protect the paint surface from objects such as gravel.
^ Anti-chipping tape is used on the rear door and the quarter panel on the back of the rear door on the cold area specification models to protect the paint surface from icy snow and ensure rust-resistance.
^ The rocker protector is attached to the bottom of the rocker panel to achieve excellent anti-chipping performance and corrosion resistance.