Processing of body sealant (paintable) before painting - AR97.10-P-0500-02A
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercedes-Benz E550 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E550. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Carefully clean affected body parts.
- Apply body sealant uniformly.
- Spread body sealant evenly.
- Maintain drying time for overpainting.
When replacing sheet attached parts (doors, trunk lid, etc.) and also body parts welded in place, carefully seal the folds and openings with body sealant in order to avoid corrosion and leaks. The spot weld seams and the rivets must be sealed on both sides.
The brushes, wooden spatulas, etc. used to spread the body sealant should generally be cleaned only with pure benzine. If these objects are cleaned with paint thinner or other alcoholic liquids before applying the body sealant, the sealant does not cure and remains sticky.