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. |
| CFRP | Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic | 200 (392) | Alcohol is harmless if applied only for short time in small amounts. (e.g., quick wiping to remove grease) |
Avoid battery acid. |
| 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. |
| SAS | Silicon Acrylonitrile 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. |
| G-SMC | Sheet Molding Compound | 220 (428) | Alcohol and gasoline are harmless. | Most solvents are harmless. |
| 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.
THE PLASTIC BODY PARTS MATERIAL LIST
| *1 | Front Bumper (TSOP) | *2 | Radiator Grille (ABS/TSOP) |
| *3 | Radiator Grille Emblem (PC/AES) | *4 | Radiator Grille Lower Side (TSOP) |
| *5 | Front Turn Signal Light (PC) | *6 | Front Bumper Garnish (ABS) |
| *7 | Headlight Washer Cover (ABS) | *8 | Headlight Cover (ABS) |
| *9 | Headlight (PC/PP) | *10 | Cowl Top Ventilator Louver (TSOP) |
| *11 | Front Pillar Cover (ASA) | *12 | Outer Rear View Mirror (ABS) |
| *13 | Side Turn Signal Light (PMMA/PC/ASA) | *14 | Roof Drip Side Finish Moulding (AES/TPO) |
| *15 | Roof Side Rail Garnish (G-SMC) | *16 | Roof Side Garnish (PC/ABS) |
| *17 | Quarter Window Moulding (PC/PET) | *18 | Door Outside Handle (PC/PBT) |
| *19 | Rocker Panel Moulding (TSOP) | *20 | Side Emblem (ABS) |
| *21 | Roof Panel (CFRP) | *22 | Center Stop Light (PMMA/ASA) |
| *23 | Center Stop Light Cover (PC) | *24 | Luggage Compartment Door Outside Garnish (G-SMC) |
| *25 | Luggage Compartment Door Panel Cover (G-SMC) | *26 | Rear Spoiler (G-SMC) |
| *27 | Emblem (PMMA/AES) | *28 | Rear Combination Light Cover (ABS) |
| *29 | Rear Combination Light (PMMA/ASA) | *30 | Rear Garnish Bracket (ABS) |
| *31 | Rear Bumper Corner Extension (TSOP) | *32 | Rear Bumper Cover (TSOP) |
| *33 | Emblem (ABS) | *34 | License Plate Light (PMMA/ABS) |
| *35 | License Plate Light Cover (AES) | *36 | Reflex Reflector (PMMA/ASA) |
| *37 | Backup Light (PC/PP) | *38 | Rear Bumper Extension (PC/ABS) |
| *39 | Rear Bumper Lower Cover (TSOP) | - | - |
/ Made up of 2 or more kinds of materials.