2008 Volvo S40 Owner's Manual - Page 177

Touching up minor paint damage Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the finish regularly - when washing the vehicle for instance. Touch-up if necessary. Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for any extensive damage. Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint. Color code When ordering touch-up paint from your Volvo retailer, make sure you have the right color. Use the paint code indicated on the model plate (1 in the illustration above). If the stone chip has not penetrated down to the metal and an undamaged layer of paint remains, the touch-up paint can be applied as soon as the spot has been cleaned. Minor stone chips and scratches Material: Primer - can Paint - touch-up pen Brush Masking tape NOTE When touching up the vehicle, it should be clean and dry. The surface temperature should be above 60° F (15° C). If the stone chip has not penetrated down to the metal and an undamaged layer of pain remains, the touch-up paint can be applied as soon as the spot has been cleaned. 197 08 Car care Paint touch up Deep scratches