Design And Function; Rustproofing Cab - Volvo VN Service Manual

Group 18 Rustproofing

Design and Function

Design and Function
Rustproofing Cab
General
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In production, the cab is treated against rust with several
coats of primer and paint over a surface preparation pro-
cedure. This gives very good initial rust coverage. In
some areas, rust protection is added on top of the paint
to increase the rust protection (see shaded areas in the
illustration).
Before installation of upholstery, the cab is treated with
cavity wax at the factory (see areas shaded in the illus-
tration). This way, the wax can be precisely applied and
allowed to dry before the cab is dressed. Reapplication
of cavity wax has to be done with as little remove and in-
stallation work as possible.
The areas shaded in the illustration can be retreated, ex-
cept for the side inner rail which is located above the
luggage hatch. All other areas are accessible from exist-
ing cut-outs in the cab panels and profiles. Some
components are removed to uncover the cut-outs.
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