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OEM Recommended Procedures: By Repair Type
Everyday, engineers and technicians around the world choose 3M products as the best solution for their manufacturing and repair needs. From Specifications and Endorsements to Service Bulletins and Recall Notices, 3M is proud to be a trusted partner of the Automotive Industry.
Here are some examples sorted by repair type.
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Noise, Vibration, Harshness
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- TOYOTA - CRIB 082 - Anti-Corrosion Treatment (PDF, 2.47 MB)
- TOYOTA - CRIB 159 - Corrosion Prevention and Sound Absorbing Measures (PDF, 2.67 MB)
- ACURA - Service Bulletin 11 027 - Upper B Pillar Moonroof Area Click Rattle Tap (PDF, 2.46 MB)
- CHRYLSER - Service Bulletin 23 044 06 - A Pillar Windnoise (PDF, 2.23 MB)
- CHRYSLER - Service Bulletin 23 019 07 - Wind Noise at A Pillar (PDF, 2.40 MB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Service Bulletin 07 08 51 001 - Regarding Liquid Applied Sound Deadening Materials (PDF, 2.35 MB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Technical Service Bulletin 04 03 08 006C - Steering and Front Suspension Noise Concerns (PDF, 2.44 MB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Technical Service Bulletin 07 08 61 002 - Sound Deadener in Wheel Well Area (PDF, 2.70 MB)
- MAZDA - Service Bulletin 09 003 09 - Hollow Sound when Closing Front Door (PDF, 2.91 MB)
- MAZDA - Service Bulletin 09 29 12 - Hood Vibration (PDF, 2.99 MB)
- MITSUBISHI - Technical Service Bulletin 08 42B 004 - Replacement Procedure for Welded Panel (PDF, 2.28 MB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin 0059 12 - Rattle Knock Noise from Roof (PDF, 2.31 MB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin 0090 10 - Roof Structure Knocking Noise (PDF, 2.42 MB)
- CHRYSLER - Repair Guide 81-316-0431 - Sealer Sound Deadener Repair Guide (PDF, 280.56 KB)
- CHRYSLER - Service Bulletin 23-021-12 - Popping or Squeak Noise at Left Rear Bedside Tailgate (PDF, 283.05 KB)
- FORD - Technical Service Bulletin 13-2-6 - Rattle or Scratching Noise in Headliner Area (PDF, 350.46 KB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Technical Bulletin 08-08-48-003G - Tap Click Tick Noise at Windshield Area (PDF, 393.83 KB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Service Information 02-08-98-003 - Expandable Acoustic Foam Usage (PDF, 359.74 KB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Service Bulletin 07-08-51-001 - Liquid Applied Sound Deadening Materials (PDF, 366.56 KB)
- HONDA - Service Bulletin 09-019 - Popping Clicking from Left or Right Rear Jack Point (PDF, 361.12 KB)
- HONDA - Service Bulletin 12-030 - Wind Noise from the Front Door Glass (PDF, 360.12 KB)
- HONDA - Service Bulletin 12-032 - Wind Whistling or Howling Noise from the Top of the Windshield (PDF, 348.45 KB)
- MAZDA - Service Bulletin 09-044-12 - Driver Side Mirror Vibration when on Rough Road (PDF, 371.21 KB)
- MITSUBISHI - TSB-08-42B-004 - Replacement Procedure for Welded Panel (PDF, 354.23 KB)
- SUBARU - Service Bulletin 12-147-13 - Pop Sound from Right Rear Wheel Apron Area (PDF, 357.41 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin T-SB-0257-08 - Windshield Wind Noise (PDF, 364.26 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin NV-001-04 - Cowl Noise (PDF, 366.15 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin NV-006-02 - Dash Pad Rattle Repair Tips (PDF, 368.56 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin NV-006-07 - Windshield Wind Noise (PDF, 375.32 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin NV-012-03 - Wind Noise Manual Outer Rear View Mirror (PDF, 370.66 KB)
Panel Bonding
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- CESVI Brazil - Equipment and Tools Bulletin 25 - 3M Panel Bonding Structural Adhesive (PDF, 2.66 MB)
- CESVI Mexico - Equipment and Tools Bulletin 19 - 3M Panel Bonding Structural Adhesive (PDF, 3.21 MB)
- CHRYSLER - Collision Bulletin 31 007 12 - Welded Sheet Metal Repairs and Replacements (PDF, 2.77 MB)
- CHRYSLER - Material Specification MS CD 507 - Structural Adhesive 2 Component Room Temp Cure Metal Bonding (PDF, 2.60 MB)
- CHRYSLER - Service Manual 81 316 0740 - Welding and Weld Bonding (PDF, 2.81 MB)
- FORD - Material Specification WSS M2G410 A2 - Aftermarket Adhesive Weldable Rivetable Air Dry Structural Aluminum (PDF, 2.58 MB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Information 04 08 98 001 -Additional Metal Panel Bonding Adhesives (PDF, 2.64 MB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Material Specification GM6449G - Automotive Panel Bonding Performance Guidelines for Aftermarket Service (PDF, 2.81 MB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Service Bulletin 1878979 - Urethane Adhesive Panel Bonding (PDF, 2.30 MB)
- HONDA - After Sales Circular 11 12 027 - Requirement of Special Items for Honda Brio (PDF, 2.49 MB)
- JAGUAR - Body Paint Repair Manual JJM 99 44 21 30A - XJ Bonding (PDF, 1.74 MB)
- MANITOBA PUBLIC INSURANCE - Time Study and Crash Evaluations - Adhesive Bonding of Roof Panels (PDF, 1.80 MB)
- MITSUBISHI - Technical Service Bulletin 04 42B 002 - Lancer Evolution Body Repair (PDF, 2.24 MB)
- TOYOTA - CRIB 158 - Panel Adhesives (PDF, 2.33 MB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Service Information - Metal Panel Bonding and Sound Deadening Material (PDF, 356.71 KB)
Sealing
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- TOYOTA - CRIB 082 - Anti-Corrosion Treatment (PDF, 2.47 MB)
- TOYOTA - CRIB 159 - Corrosion Prevention and Sound Absorbing Measures (PDF, 2.67 MB)
- CHRYLSER - Service Bulletin 23 029 07 - Radio Speaker Misdiagnosis (PDF, 2.49 MB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Technical Service Bulletin 01-08-51-004F - Aluminum Panel Corrosion (PDF, 380.89 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin AX001-04 - Accessory Hood Protector (PDF, 375.18 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin BO031-00 - Water Leak at Roof (PDF, 371.16 KB)
Bonding
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- CHRYSLER - Service Bulletin 23 023 07 - A Pillar Glass Molding Lifting (PDF, 2.09 MB)
- CHRYSLER - Service Bulletin 23 038 06 - Front of Roof Rack Lifting (PDF, 2.46 MB)
- MAZDA - Service Bulletin 09 020 12 - Door Glass Run Channel Out of Position (PDF, 2.11 MB)
- MITSUBISHI - Technical Service Bulletin 04 42A 004 - Sound Pad Interference with Sunroof (PDF, 2.81 MB)
- MITSUBISHI - Technical Service Bulletin 07 52A 003 - Headliner Sags (PDF, 2.73 MB)
- MITSUBISHI - Technical Service Bulletin 08 54 001 - Loose CHMSL (PDF, 2.66 MB)
- VOLKSWAGEN - Technical Bulletin 61 04 02 - Convertible Top Replacement Headliner Modification (PDF, 2.48 MB)
- CHRYSLER - Service Bulletin 23-028-12 - Headliner Droop at Rear Edge of Power Sunshade Opening (PDF, 284.94 KB)
- FORD - Technical Service Bulletin 13-3-20 - Rear Parcel Shelf Vent Foam Deteriorating (PDF, 350.09 KB)
- FORD - Customer Satisfaction Program 13B02 - 2013 Fusion with Moon Roof Headliner Wrinkles (PDF, 345.80 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin BO001-03 - Door Weatherstrip (PDF, 362.75 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin BO012-03 - Door Glass Window Run Improvement (PDF, 374.93 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin BO001-01 - Door Trim Panel Peeling (PDF, 365.28 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin BO013-03 - Door Glass Window Run Improvement (PDF, 374.49 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin BO014-02 - Roof Drip Molding Loose (PDF, 365.26 KB)
General
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- FORD - Approval Letter - 3M Panel Bonding Adhesives and Sealers (PDF, 2.17 MB)
- SUBARU - Service Bulletin 01 167 08 - Recommended Materials (PDF, 2.67 MB)
- TOYOTA - Technician Handbook T301 - Non Structural Body Repair Techniques (PDF, 2.88 MB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Service Information - Acadia Enclave Traverse Rear Floor Panel Replacement (PDF, 375.35 KB)
- HONDA - Service Bulletin 99-015 - Recommended Materials (PDF, 371.02 KB)
- HONDA - Service Bulletin 99-030 - Recommended Materials (PDF, 370.65 KB)
- SUBARU - Service Bulletin 01-167-08R - Recommended Materials (PDF, 359.22 KB)
- SUBARU - Service Bulletin 12-143-12 - Separation or Swelling Appearance of the Front Carpeting (PDF, 350.87 KB)
- VOLKSWAGEN - Technical Bulletin 50 12 05 - Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches (PDF, 342.77 KB)
- VOLKSWAGEN - Technical Service Bulletin 68-08-02 - Auxiliary Jack Connector Becomes Detached (PDF, 345.84 KB)
- VOLKSWAGEN - Technical Bulletin 92 11 02 - Customer States Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear (PDF, 359.57 KB)
- VOLKSWAGEN - Technical Bulletin 00 13 03 - Removing Paint Contaminants from Exterior Paint (PDF, 337 KB)
Mechanical
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- FORD - Workshop Manual - 2007 Edge MKX 303 01 9 (PDF, 2.30 MB)
- FIAT - Technical Assistance Work Methods - 3M Kit for Cleaning Injector Valves (PDF, 349.56 KB)
- NISSAN - Parts & Service Bulletin NPSB-01-011 - Fuel Injector Cleaning (PDF, 367.55 KB)
- NISSAN - Service Bulletin NTB01-033 - Fuel Injector Cleaning for Rough Idle Hesitation (PDF, 360.38 KB)
- NISSAN - Service Bulletin ITB01-033 - Fuel Injector Cleaning for Rough Idle Hesitation (PDF, 355.76 KB)
Corrosion Protection
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- GENERAL MOTORS - Service Bulletin 01 08 51 003 - Application of Anti-Corrosion Materials (PDF, 2.05 MB)
- TOYOTA - CRIB 184 - Fender Bracket Replacement (PDF, 2.68 MB)
- TOYOTA - CRIB 082 - Anti-Corrosion Treatment (PDF, 2.47 MB)
- TOYOTA - CRIB 159 - Corrosion Prevention and Sound Absorbing Measures (PDF, 2.67 MB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Repair Instructions - Frame Sectioning--Front Full Frame (PDF, 363.86 KB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Service Information 00-03-10-002G - Corrosion of Chromed Aluminum Wheels (PDF, 344.89 KB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Service Information 01-08-51-003C - Application of Anti-Corrosion Materials (PDF, 375.98 KB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Service Information 06-08-51-005B - Hem Flange Sealer for Corrosion Protection (PDF, 389.46 KB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Technical Service Bulletin 02-08-98-002D - Hem Flange Rust Repair (PDF, 351.41 KB)
- VOLKSWAGEN - Technical Bulletin 50 12 04 - Corrosion Fenders at Upper Wheel Opening (US Only) (PDF, 353.86 KB)
Water Leak
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- HYUNDAI - Port Bulletin 07 002 - Windshield Seal Inspection and Repair (PDF, 2.28 MB)
- MAZDA - Service Bulletin 09 12 12 - Liftgate Glass Water Leaks (PDF, 2.47 MB)
- MITSUBISHI - Technical Service Bulletin 08 42B 005 - Water Leaking into Floorboard Area (PDF, 2.74 MB)
- MITSUBISHI - Technical Service Bulletin 08 55 007 - HVAC Drain Blockage (PDF, 2.83 MB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin 0339 10 - Water Leak at Front Door (PDF, 2.47 MB)
- FORD - Technical Service Bulletin 13-5-15 - Water Leak at Rear Sliding Panel Window Glass (PDF, 340.75 KB)
- MITSUBISHI - TSB-03-42B-003 - Water Leakage into Spare Tire Well (PDF, 351.21 KB)
- MITSUBISHI - TSB-03-42B-004 - Water Leakage into Floorboard Area (PDF, 356.87 KB)
- SUBARU - Service Bulletin 07-67-12 - Water Leak from Sunroof (PDF, 358.20 KB)
- SUBARU - Service Bulletin 12-117-10R - Water Leak from the Map Light Area (PDF, 351.17 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin BO025-03 - Water Leak at Cowl (PDF, 377.99 KB)
- TOYOTA - Technical Service Bulletin--Scion S-SB-0015-13 - Excess Water Accumulation in Rear Spoiler (PDF, 345.04 KB)
- VOLKSWAGEN - Technical Bulletin 61 07 10 - Windshield Frame Seal, Water Leak (PDF, 347.41 KB)
Glass Installation
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- TOYOTA - CRIB 031 - Urethane Adhesive Sealant for Fixed Glass Installation (PDF, 2.82 MB)
- TOYOTA - SSC CP 80A 0001 2 - Front Door Glass Bolts (PDF, 2.50 MB)
- CHRYSLER - Service Bulletin 23-015-12 - Backlight Valence Separation (PDF, 278.08 KB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Service Information 02-08-48-001B - Urethane Adhesives for Stationary Glass (PDF, 365.90 KB)
- MAZDA - Service Bulletin 09-020-12 - Door Glass Run Channel Out of Position (PDF, 344.87 KB)
Coatings
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- CHRYSLER - Collision Bulletin 31-008-12 - Replacement Underbody Coating Materials (PDF, 371.19 KB)
- CHRYSLER - Service Bulletin 23-008-13 - Left and or Right Door High Closing Effort (PDF, 268.82 KB)
- FORD - Technical Service Bulletin 12-12-4 - Explorer Exhaust Odor in Vehicle (PDF, 342.77 KB)
- FORD - Technical Service Bulletin 13-4-19 - Exhaust--Sulfur Odor After Hard Acceleration (PDF, 358.71 KB)
- GENERAL MOTORS - Repair Instructions - Frame Sectioning--Front Full Frame (PDF, 363.86 KB)
