Touching up paintwork
Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the finish regularly, for instance washing the vehicle. Touch-up if necessary.
Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any extensive damage.
Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint.
Color code
Make sure you have the right color. See Label information for the location of this label (label number 4 in the illustration).
Minor stone chips and scratches
Material:
- Primer – can
- Paint – touch-up pen
- Brush
- Masking tape
If the stone chip has not gone down to the bare metal and an undamaged color coat remains, you can add paint immediately after removing dirt.
Note
When touching up the vehicle, it should be clean and dry. The surface temperature should be above 60 °F (15 °C).
Repairing stone chips
Place a strip of masking tape over the damaged surface. Pull the tape off so that any loose flakes of paint adhere to it.
Thoroughly mix the primer and apply it with a small brush.
When the primer surface is dry, the paint can be applied using a brush. Mix the paint thoroughly; apply several thin paint coats and let dry after each application.
If there is a longer scratch, you may want to protect surrounding paint by masking it off
After a few days, polish the touched-up areas. Use a soft rag and a small amount of polish.