Description

To provide improved corrosion prevention, the following anti-corrosive measures have been implemented in NISSAN production plants. When repairing or replacing body panels, it is necessary to use the same anti-corrosive measures.

ANTI-CORROSIVE PRECOATED STEEL (GALVANNEALED STEEL)

To improve repairability and corrosion resistance, a new type of anticorrosive precoated steel sheet has been adopted replacing conventional zinc-coated steel sheet.

Galvannealed steel is electroplated and heated to form Zinc-iron alloy, which provides excellent and long term corrosion resistance with cationic electrodeposition primer.

Nissan Genuine Service Parts are fabricated from galvannealed steel. Therefore, it is recommended that GENUINE NISSAN PARTS or equivalent be used for panel replacement to maintain the anti-corrosive performance built into the vehicle at the factory.

PHOSPHATE COATING TREATMENT AND CATIONIC ELECTRODEPOSITION PRIMER

A phosphate coating treatment and a cationic electrodeposition primer, which provide excellent corrosion protection, are employed on all body components.

CAUTION:
Confine paint removal during welding operations to an absolute minimum.

Nissan Genuine Service Parts are also treated in the same manner. Therefore, it is recommended that GENUINE NISSAN PARTS or an equivalent be used for panel replacement to maintain anti-corrosive performance built into the vehicle at the factory.

Anti-corrosive Wax

To improve corrosion resistance, anti-corrosive wax is applied inside the body sill and inside other closed sections.

Accordingly, when replacing these parts, be sure to apply anti-corrosive wax to the appropriate areas of the new parts. Select an excellent anti-corrosive wax which will penetrate after application and has a long shelf life.

DOOR

B. Nozzle insert hole

Unit: mm (in)
: Anti-corrosive wax coated
portions

Undercoating (2WD Models)

The underside of the floor and wheelhouse are undercoated to prevent rust, vibration, noise and stone chipping.

Therefore, when such a panel is replaced or repaired, apply undercoating to that part. Use an undercoating which is rust resistant, soundproof, vibration-proof, shock-resistant, adhesive, and durable.

PRECAUTIONS IN UNDERCOATING

1. Never apply undercoating to any place unless specified (such as the areas above the muffler and threeway catalyst that are subjected to heat).

2. Never undercoat the exhaust pipe or other parts that become hot.

3. Never undercoat rotating parts.

4. Apply bitumen wax after applying undercoating.

5. After putting seal on the vehicle, put undercoating on it.

: Undercoated areas
: Sealed portions

Undercoating (4WD Models)

The underside of the floor and wheelhouse are undercoated to prevent rust, vibration, noise and stone chipping.

Therefore, when such a panel is replaced or repaired, apply undercoating to that part. Use an undercoating which is rust resistant, soundproof, vibration-proof, shock-resistant, adhesive, and durable.

PRECAUTIONS IN UNDERCOATING

1. Never apply undercoating to any place unless specified (such as the areas above the muffler and threeway catalyst that are subjected to heat).

2. Never undercoat the exhaust pipe or other parts that become hot.

3. Never undercoat rotating parts.

4. Apply bitumen wax after applying undercoating.

5. After putting seal on the vehicle, put undercoating on it.

: Undercoated areas
: Sealed portions

Body Sealing (2WD RHD Models)

The following figure shows the areas that are sealed at the factory. Sealant that is applied to these areas should be smooth and free from cuts or gaps. Care should be taken not to apply an excess amount of sealant and not to allow other unaffected parts to come into contact with the sealant.

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portions

T. HR16DE Engine models U. MR16DDT and K9K Engine models

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portions

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portions

Body Sealing (2WD LHD Models)

The following figure shows the areas that are sealed at the factory. Sealant that is applied to these areas should be smooth and free from cuts or gaps. Care should be taken not to apply an excess amount of sealant and not to allow other unaffected parts to come into contact with the sealant.

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portions

T. HR16DE Engine models U. MR16DDT and K9K Engine models

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portions

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portions

Body Sealing (4WD RHD Models)

The following figure shows the areas that are sealed at the factory. Sealant that is applied to these areas should be smooth and free from cuts or gaps. Care should be taken not to apply an excess amount of sealant and not to allow other unaffected parts to come into contact with the sealant.

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portions

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portion

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portion

Body Sealing (4WD LHD Models)

The following figure shows the areas that are sealed at the factory. Sealant that is applied to these areas should be smooth and free from cuts or gaps. Care should be taken not to apply an excess amount of sealant and not to allow other unaffected parts to come into contact with the sealant.

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portion

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portion

: Vehicle front
: Sealed portion