Repair Restrictions And Conditions: Notes
- Reduced rigidity of aluminum alloy
- Risk of breaks and irreparable damage to the rim
→ Do not use thermal stripping procedures or heat treatment on alloy wheels
- Reduced endurance strength
- Alloy wheel breaks
→ Only repairs to the surface paint finish on alloy wheel are permitted
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The alloy wheel is a highly stressed vehicle component which may be subjected to extreme loads during operation. The repair restrictions must be strictly observed in order to ensure safe operation and prevent any potential hazards.
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This repair method is a cost-effective repair that may have quality implications. To achieve the best repair result, always use the tool recommended by Porsche and attend the special training courses run by the tool/system suppliers.
The repair method combines paint repair methods and conventional painting methods.
When reconditioning alloy wheels, only repairs to damaged paintwork are permitted. Example: → Permissible damage , → Permissible damage
It is still imperative to avoid sanding down areas through to the base material.