09-015/04 2004 MAZDA3 - STAINS ON PAINT

Note: This bulletin contains revised sections. Please update your records accordingly.

BULLETIN NOTE

APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS

2004 MAZDA3 with VINs lower than JM1 BK**** 41 174130

DESCRIPTION

Paint stains may be present on the hood, roof, and/or trunk after removal of RAPGARD material. The concern may be more noticeable in areas of cold ambient temperatures. This is caused by moisture trapped between the paint and RAPGARD.

Vehicles having this concern should use the following repair procedure.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

The following procedure requires a 1000W (100V AC) heat gun.

NOTE:

  1. Place heat gun approximately 5 cm (2 inches) from stained surface for 20 seconds.

  2. Then move heat gun approximately 10 cm (4 inches) from stained surface and apply heat for a maximum of 20 minutes. Use a slow, back and forth motion to control heat.

    NOTE: Do not apply heat for longer than 20 minutes, or surface damage may occur.

  3. If the above steps do not remove the stains, refinish the affected surface(s).

WARRANTY INFORMATION

NOTE:

 

Warranty Type

 

A

 

Symptom Code

 

98

 

Damage Code

 

9X

 

Part Number Main Cause

 

5555-04-016A

 

Quantity

 

0

 

Operation Number / Labor Hours:

 

XX666XR1 / 0.5 (Steps 1 & 2)

XX666XR2 / 0.9 (Steps 1 through 3)

 

Period Covered

 

PDI Only


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