Chassis and Body Maintenance — Checking Body Corrosion

Visually check the body sheet metal panel for corrosion, paint damage (scratches, chipping, rubbing, etc.) or damage to the anti-corrosion materials. In particular, check the following locations.

Hood front end, door lower end, trunk lid rear end, etc.

Side sill of rear fender and center pillar, rear wheel housing of rear fender, around strut tower in engine compartment, etc.

Trunk lid opening, sunroof opening, fender wheelarch flange, fuel filler lid flange, around holes in panel, etc.

Waist molding, windshield molding, bumper, etc.

Damage or condition of mudguard, fender protector, chipping protector, etc.

Damage or separation of anti-corrosion materials under the body.

Condition of drain holes at door and side sill.

When repairing corroded areas, refer to the Corrosion Repair Manual.