Title: Replace or repair rigid, semi-rigid, and flexible plastic panels.
Course: Collision Repair Technology I (21117-I) > Section: Working with Plastics and Adhesives

Replacement or repair should include procedures for

- identifying the type of plastic
- cleaning and preparing the surface of the rigid, semi-rigid, and flexible plastic panels
- repairing plastic tabs and slots
- repairing urethane bumpers, filler panels with airless or nitrogen welding
- repairing the plastic parts with urethane or epoxy adhesives, using reinforcements if necessary
- following OE guidelines and recommendations.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the procedures for repairing plastic parts?
- How is the surface prepared for the repair?
- How does one determine which repair method to use?
- Where are the rigid, semi-rigid, and flexible plastic parts on a vehicle found?
- How does one determine whether to repair or replace a panel?
- What is an International Organization for Standardization (ISO) code, and why is it seldom referenced today when repairing plastic parts?