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OEM Linking Pin: Honda/Acura - Some New OEM Bumper Covers May Need Special Preparation
I-CAR · September 8, 2020 · Honda, Acura
Summary
This article clarifies that some new Honda and Acura OEM bumper covers are shipped with a hard black or shiny grey protective basecoat that resists traditional deglossing. It outlines the specific preparation steps required for these covers and warns that if the coating begins to peel after a sand-through, the bumper cover must be replaced.
What to do on the job
Clean the bumper cover thoroughly, scuff with a grey Scotch-Brite pad, re-clean, and apply sealer before painting, without expecting the surface to look completely deglossed.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the necessary prep time and materials for Honda/Acura bumper covers that feature these hard protective coatings. It also serves as official OEM justification for replacing a bumper cover if peeling occurs after an accidental sand-through.
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