
INTRODUCTION IN-1
GENERAL REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
1. WORK PRECAUTIONS
(a) VEHICLE PROTECTION
Glass Cover
(1) When welding, protect the painted surfaces, windows,
seats and carpet with heat resistant, fire-proof covers.
Seat Cover
F10001A
(b) SAFETY
(1) Never stand in direct line with the chain when using a
puller on the body or frame, and be sure to attach a
safety cable.
WRONG
F10002A
(2) Before performing repair work, check for fuel leaks.
If a leak is found, be sure to close the opening totally.
(3) If it is necessary to use a flame in the area of the fuel
tank, first remove the tank and plug the fuel line.
WRONG F10003A
(c) SAFETY WORK CLOTHES
(1) In addition to the usual mechanic's wear, cap and
safety shoes, the appropriate gloves, head protector,
glasses, ear plugs, face protector, dust-prevention
mask, etc. should be worn as the situation demands.
Code Name
A Dust-Prevention Mask
B Face Protector
F10004 C Eye Protector
D Safety Shoes
E Welder's Glasses
F Ear Plugs
G Head Protector
H Welder's Gloves
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2. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS OF PLASTIC BODY PARTS
(1) The repair procedure for plastic body parts must conform with the type of plastic material.
(2) Plastic body parts are identified by the codes in the following table.
(3) When repairing metal body parts adjoining plastic body parts (by brazing, frame cutting, welding, paint-
ing etc.), consideration must be given to the property of the plastic.
Heat*
Material resistant Resistance to
Code Notes
name temperature alcohol or gasoline
limit _C (_F)
Alcohol is harmless if applied only for
Acrylonitrile 80 Avoid gasoline and organic
AAS short time in small amounts (e.g., quick
Acrylic Styrene (176) or aromatic solvents.
wiping to remove grease).
Alcohol is harmless if applied only for
Acrylonitrile 80 Avoid gasoline and organic
ABS short time in small amounts (e.g., quick
Butadiene Styrene (176) or aromatic solvents.
wiping to remove grease).
Alcohol is harmless if applied only for
Acrylonitrile 80 Avoid gasoline and organic
AES short time in small amounts (e.g., quick
Ethylene Styrene (176) or aromatic solvents.
wiping to remove grease).
Acrylonitrile Alcohol is harmless if applied only for
80 Avoid gasoline and organic
ASA Styrene short time in small amounts (e.g., quick
(176) or aromatic solvents.
Acrylate wiping to remove grease).
Alcohol is harmless if applied only for
Cellulose 80 Avoid gasoline and organic
CAB short time in small amounts (e.g., quick
Acetate (176) or aromatic solvents.
wiping to remove grease).
Alcohol is harmless. Most solvents are harmless
Ethylene 100
EPDM Gasoline is harmless if applied only for but avoid dipping in gasoline,
Propylene (212)
short time in small amounts. solvents, etc.
Fiber
180
FRP Reinforced Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Avoid alkali.
(356)
Plastics
Alcohol is harmless if applid only for short
Ethylene 70 Avoid gasoline and organic
EVA time in small amounts (e.g., quick wiping
Acetate (158) or aromatic solvents.
to remove grease).
Polyamide 80
PA Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Avoid battery acid.
(Nylon) (176)
Polybutylene 160
PBT Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
Terephthalate (320)
Avoid gasoline brake fluid,
120
PC Polycarbonate Alcohol is harmless. wax, wax removers and
(248)
organic solvents. Avoid alkali.
*Temperatures higher than those listed here may result in material deformation during repair.
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Heat*
Material resistant Resistance to
Code Notes
name temperature alcohol or gasoline
limit _C (_F)
80
PE Polyethylene Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
(176)
Polyethylene 75
PET Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Avoid dipping in water.
Terephthalate (167)
Avoid dipping or immersing
Polymethyl 80 Alcohol is harmless if applied only for
PMMA in alcohol, gasoline,
Methacrylate (176) short time in small amounts.
solvents, etc.
Polyoxymethylene 100
POM Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
(Polyacetal) (212)
80
PP Polypropylene Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
(176)
Modified Gasoline is harmless if
100
PPO Polyphenylene Alcohol is harmless. applied only for quick wiping
(212)
Oxide to remove grease.
Alcohol and gasoline are harmless if Avoid dipping or immersing
60
PS Polystyrene applied only for short time in small in alcohol, gasoline,
(140)
amounts. solvents, etc.
Alcohol is harmless if applied only for very Avoid dipping or immersing
80
PUR Polyurethane short time in small amounts (e.g., quick in alcohol, gasoline,
(176)
wiping to remove grease). solvents, etc.
Alcohol and gasoline are harmless if
Avoid dipping or immersing
Polyvinylchloride 80 applied only for short time in small
PVC in alcohol, gasoline,
(Vinyl) (176) amounts (e.g., quick wiping to remove
solvents, etc.
grease).
Alcohol is harmless if applied only for Avoid dipping or immersing
Styrene 80
SAN short time in small amounts (e.g., quick in alcohol, gasoline, solvents
Acrylonitrile (176)
wiping to remove grease). etc.
Alcohol is harmless. Most solvents are harmless
Thermoplastic 80
TPO Gasoline is harmless if applied only for but avoid dipping in gasoline,
Olefine (176)
short time in small amounts. solvents, etc.
Alcohol is harmless if applied only for Avoid dipping or immersing
Thermoplastic 80
TPU short time in small amounts (e.g., quick in alcohol, gasoline,
Polyurethane (176)
wiping to remove grease). solvents, etc.
TOYOTA
80
TSOP Super Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
(176)
Olefine Polymer
Unsaturated 110
UP Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Avoid alkali.
Polyester (233)
*Temperatures higher than those listed here may result in material deformation during repair.
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3. LOCATION OF PLASTIC BODY PARTS
Parts Name Code
Radiator Grille TSOP
Front Bumper Cover TSOP
Front Bumper Hole Cover TSOP
Cowl Top Ventilator Louver PP
Headlight PC/PP/PET
Fog light PC
Outer Rear View Mirror PA/ABS/ASA
Front Fender Garnish ASA
Front Door Outside Moulding PP
Slide Door Outside Moulding PP
Front Door Outside Handle PA
Side Door Outside Handle PA S PC
Roof Rack PC/ASA
Rear Spoiler ABS
High Mount Stop Light (w/ Rear Spoiler) PMMA/ASA
High Mount Stop Light (w/o Rear Spoiler) PC/PMMA/ABS
Back Door Outside Garnish ABS
Rear Combination Light PMMA/ABS
Back Door Light PC
Rear Bumper Cover PC
License Plate Light PC
D Resin material differs with model.
/ Made up of 2 or more kinds of materials.