ABOUT THIS VEHICLE EXTERIOR RESIN PARTS AND RESIN CHARACTERISTICS


  1. PLASTIC PROPERTIES CHART

    When repairing, some parts may be deformed by the heat. Therefore, confirm the properties of the plastic parts, and remove parts beforehand as necessary.

    Code Material name Heat resistant temperature limit* °C (°F) Resistance to alcohol or gasoline Notes
    AAS Acrylonitrile Acrylic Styrene 80 (176)

    Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents.
    ABS Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene 80 (176)

    Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents.
    AES Acrylonitrile Ethylene Styrene 80 (176)

    Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents.
    ASA Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate 80 (176)

    Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents.
    CAB Cellulose Acetate 80 (176)

    Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents.
    EPDM Ethylene Propylene 100 (212) Alcohol is harmless. Gasoline is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. Most solvents are harmless but avoid dipping in gasoline, solvents, etc.
    EVA Ethylene Acetate 70 (158)

    Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents.
    E/VAC Ethylene/ Vinyl Acetate Copolymer Resin 70 (158)

    Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid gasoline and organic or aromatic solvents.
    FRP Fiber Reinforced Plastics 180 (356) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Avoid alkali.
    PA Polyamide (Nylon) 80 (176) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Avoid battery acid.
    PBT Polybutylene Terephthalate 160 (320) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
    PC Polycarbonate 120 (248) Alcohol is harmless. Avoid gasoline, brake fluid, wax, wax removers and organic solvents. Avoid alkali.
    PE Polyethylene 80 (176) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
    PEI Polyetherimide 160 (320) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
    PET Polyethylene Terephthalate 75 (167) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Avoid dipping in water.
    PGM Polypropylene Glass Fiber Pulp 80 (176) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
    PMMA Polymethyl Methacrylate 80 (176)

    Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc.
    POM Polyoxymethylene (Polyacetal) 100 (212) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
    PP Polypropylene 80 (176) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
    PPC Polyphthlate Carbonate 149 (300) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
    PPE Polyphenylene Ether 80 (176) Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease). Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc.
    PPF Composite Reinforced Polypropylene 80 (176) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
    PPO Modified Polyphenylene Oxide 100 (212) Alcohol is harmless. Gasoline is harmless if applied only for quick wiping to remove grease.
    PS Polystyrene 60 (140) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc.
    PUR Polyurethane 80 (176)

    Alcohol is harmless if applied only for very short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc.
    PVC Polyvinylchloride (Vinyl) 80 (176)

    Alcohol and gasoline are harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc.
    SAN Styrene Acrylonitrile 80 (176)

    Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc.
    TPE Thermoplastic Elastomer 80 (176) Alcohol is harmless. Gasoline is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. Most solvents are harmless but avoid dipping in gasoline, solvents, etc.
    TPO Thermoplastic Olefine 80 (176) Alcohol is harmless. Gasoline is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. Most solvents are harmless but avoid dipping in gasoline, solvents, etc.
    TPU Thermoplastic Polyurethane 80 (176)

    Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts.

    (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease)

    		 Avoid dipping or immersing in alcohol, gasoline, solvents, etc.
    TSOP TOYOTA Super Olefine Polymer 80 (176) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Most solvents are harmless.
    UP Unsaturated Polyester 110 (233) Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. Avoid alkali.

    • *The heat resistant temperature means a temperature that may cause heat deformation during a procedure.

  2. THE PLASTIC BODY PARTS MATERIAL LIST

    Text in Illustration
    *1 Radiator Grille Emblem (AES, ABS, ASA) *2 Cowl Top Ventilator Louver (PP)
    *3 Front Fender to Cowl Side Seal (PP/EPDM) *4 Front Door Window Frame Moulding (ASA)
    *5 Roof Drip Side Finish Moulding (TPO, PP/EPDM) *6 Door Outside Handle (PC/PBT/PA, PBT/PET)
    *7 Radiator Grille Moulding (ABS) *8 Radiator Grille Lower Moulding (ABS)
    *9 Front Bumper Cover (TSOP) *10 Headlight (PC/PP)
    *11 Front Pillar Cover (AES) *12 Outer Rear View Mirror (PP/PA/ASA, PBT/PET/PP)
    *13 Outer Mirror Cover (ABS, ASA) *14 Side Turn Signal Light (PMMA/PC, PMMA/ABS)
    *15 Side Mudguard (TSOP) - -

    • / Made up of 2 or more kinds of materials.

      , Resin material differs with model.

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    *16 Rear Spoiler Cover (ABS) *17 Radio Antenna Base (PC/ASA)
    *18 Center Stop Light (PMMA) *19 Name Plate (ABS)
    *20 Emblem (ABS) *21 Front Fender Mudguard (PP)
    *22 Rear Combination Light (PMMA/ABS, PMMA/ASA) *23 Rear Light (PC/PP/ABS, PC/PP)
    *24 Rear Bumper Plate (PMMA/ASA) *25 Rear Mudguard (PP)
    *26 Rear Bumper Cover (TSOP) *27 License Plate Light (PC/PBT)
    *28 Back Door Outside Garnish (AES, ABS, ASA) - -

    • / Made up of 2 or more kinds of materials.

      , Resin material differs with model.

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