Block E – Pre-Delivery

Trends

There is an increased use of colour-coordinated trim, accessories, computer-cut graphics and vehicle wraps. Many of the pre-delivery tasks are performed by designated detailers who communicate with automotive painters. More sophisticated polishing products are being developed which simplifies their use.

Related Components

All components apply.

Tools and Equipment

See Appendix A.

Task 9 Performs detailing.

Context

Automotive painters detail vehicles after the refinishing process and prior to delivery of vehicles to customers. They install trim and accessories, decals and striping, and apply undercoating according to shop standards.

Required Knowledge

• K 1 types of trim and accessories
• K 2 types of fasteners and adhesives
• K 3 types of decals and striping such as vinyl graphics and name plates
• K 4 installation methods and sequence
• K 5 types of rubberized undercoating
• K 6 types of application equipment such as aerosol and schutz gun
• K 7 new paint care procedures
• K 8 vehicle’s pre-existing condition
• K 9 industry and OEM standards
• K 10 types of tools and equipment such as upholstery tools, spray bottles, squeegees and heat guns

Sub-task - E-9.01 Installs trim and accessories.

Key Competencies

• E-9.01.01 identify location of trim and accessories according to OEM standards
• E-9.01.02 replace bonding agents such as two-sided tapes, adhesives and glues prior to installation, according to OEM standards
• E-9.01.03 determine installation method according to types of trim and accessories and OEM standards
• E-9.01.04 select and use tools and equipment to re-attach trim and accessories
• E-9.01.05 clip, screw, glue or tape trim and accessories to proper location in sequence without damaging vehicle finish and according to OEM standards

Sub-task - E-9.02 Applies decals and striping.

Key Competencies

• E-9.02.01 clean surface prior to application
• E-9.02.02 locate position of decals and striping
• E-9.02.03 cut decals and striping using methods and tools such as razor blades and stripe cutters, according to job requirements
• E-9.02.04 determine application methods such as soapy water, and/or water and alcohol, heat and self-adhesive, according to industry practices
• E-9.02.05 install decals and striping according to industry standards and practices, without damaging refinished surface
• E-9.02.06 remove air bubbles from applied decals by making a pinhole or by heating

Sub-task - E-9.03 Applies rubberized undercoating.

Key Competencies

• E-9.03.01 identify areas needing rubberized undercoating according to OEM specifications
• E-9.03.02 clean, prepare and mask substrate prior to application of rubberized undercoating
• E-9.03.03 spray rubberized undercoating to repaired location according to TDS of product

Task 10 Carries out quality assurance check.

Context

Automotive painters are required to carry out quality assurance checks after all refinishing has been completed and before vehicle delivery.

Required Knowledge

• K 1 types of surface imperfections such as runs, sags, dust nibs, dry spray and orange peel
• K 2 types of topcoat and their limitations of repair
• K 3 types and grits of sandpaper, compounds and polish
• K 4 processes for removing imperfections
• K 5 types of masking materials
• K 6 material application techniques
• K 7 material removal techniques
• K 8 when to remove masking materials
• K 9 contaminants such as silicone and their possible negative effects

Sub-task - E-10.01 Removes surface imperfections.

Key Competencies

• E-10.01.01 identify imperfections such as fish eyes, solvent popping, runs and orange peel
• E-10.01.02 determine repair techniques according to type of imperfection
• E-10.01.03 sand and denib according to type of imperfection
• E-10.01.04 polish repaired area to restore lustre and to match existing finish

Sub-task - E-10.02 Removes masking materials.

Key Competencies

• E-10.02.01 select tools and removal procedures depending on types of masking issues such as bridging and over masking
• E-10.02.02 remove masking tape and paper according to industry standards to prevent damaging surface
• E-10.02.03 remove spray mask by washing with soapy water

Sub-task - E-10.03 Performs final check.

Key Competencies

• E-10.03.01 ensure colour match, blend areas and imperfections have been addressed according to shop standards
• E-10.03.02 remove overspray and polishing residue using products such as clay bars, razor blades and solvents