| To avoid malfunctions in the parking aid sensor, always
observe the following when painting: |
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Maximum layer thickness 125 µm; a measurement of layer depth
is absolutely essential following application of the paint |
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Maximum hardening temperature 1 hour at 90°C |
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Remove old finish (sand) only as far as the primer |
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Minimum layer depth of 5-10 µm must remain. |
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Maximum layer thickness 125 µm; a measurement of layer depth
is absolutely essential following application of the paint |
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Maximum hardening temperature 1 hour at 90°C |
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Do not allow paint or paint mist to enter connector;
connector pin must continue to provide electrical contact after
painting. |
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Immersion in cleaning solutions without previous masking of
the connector pins is prohibited. |
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Connect vehicle diagnostic tester, and check proper
operation
→ Electrical system, General information; Rep. gr.97. |
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| Paintwork repair structure and layer depth |
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Primed new part with replacement part primer: 2-10 µm |
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Unicolour base coat: 10 - 20 µm |
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Base coat metallic/pearl effect: 20 - 25 µm |
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Clear coat: 35 - 50 µm |
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Only the front and side faces of the sensor membrane are to
be painted. The painting area ranges from a minimum 3 mm to a
maximum 4 mm from the front face of the membrane towards the
rear. |
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No paint is permitted in this area. |
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Questions & answers
Painting parking aid sensor — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What paint thickness rules apply to Golf Mk7 parking sensors?
New parts: maximum total layer thickness including the sensor housing. Repaint: only add primer, base coat and clear coat — do not apply filler or surfacer directly on the sensor.
Can thick paint on the Golf Mk7 parking sensors cause malfunctions?
Yes. Excessive paint build-up dampens the ultrasonic signal and causes false readings or complete failure of ParkPilot.
Attachments
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Note
On vehicles with ACC, the trim in the right-hand
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