Ford Kuga

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Paint - General Information » Paintwork Defects and Damage
Damage due to corrosion

Blistering/rusting below

Air or water filled blister-shaped raised areas in the paint film.

Cause/damage pattern:

• Overpainting corroded steel panel.
• Condensation in the spray air
• Sanding water not dried out or salt crystal residues.
• Road chippings and road winter grit containing salt.

Repair of damage

• Sand the affected area of damage or the body component and re-create the paint finish.
• More severe and larger areas of rusting below must be repaired using the corresponding repair painting, Repair Level III or IV.

Diagnosis and Damage Assessment

Paint damage guide

Paint damage caused by environmental factors

Mechanical damage

Damage due to corrosion

Damage caused by faults in treatment