Rust Resistant

3. Rust-Resistant Body

General

Rust-resistant performance is enhanced by extensive use of anti-corrosion sheet steel and an anti-corrosion treatment by applying wax, sealer and anti-chipping paint to easily corroded parts such as the hood, doors, rocker panels and deck.

Anti-Corrosion Sheet Steel





Anti-corrosion sheet steel is used in all areas other than the roof and interior parts.

Wax and Sealer





Wax and sealer are applied to the hemmed portions of the hood, door panels, rocker panel and deck to improve rust-resistant performance.

Under Coat





PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) coating is applied to the under side of the body. A thick coating to improve rust resistant performance is applied to the rear fender aprons which are subject to damage by stone chipping.

Anti-Chipping Application





Anti-chipping tape (only for Canada spec. model) and PVC chipping primer are applied to the lower door panel area and the rocker panel area to protect them from stone chipping. In addition, soft-chip primer is applied to the engine hood.