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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

  1. Wash the affected panel area with soap and water.
  2. Wipe the panel area dry with a lint-free cloth.

  3. Use 3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner 08984 in order to remove all traces of adhesive from the following areas:
  4. • The body panel
    • The back of the molding
  5. Use a clean lint-free cloth and a 50 / 50 alcohol/water mixture to wipe the panel.

  6. Object Number: 255934  Size: SH
  7. Use a length of masking tape or a magnetic strip in order to mark the proper position of the emblem/nameplate.

  8. Object Number: 255980  Size: SH
  9. If the vehicle body temperature is below 21°C (70°F) due to shop temperature or outside temperature, use the J 25070 in order to warm the body panel.

  10. Object Number: 255981  Size: SH
  11. Apply a double-coated acrylic foam tape as needed to the emblem/nameplate using one of the following 3M Super Automotive Attachment Tape:
  12. • 3M 06380 (white backing)
    • 3M 06377 (black backing)
    • 3M 06382 (gray backing), or the equivalent
  13. Align the emblem/nameplate.
  14. Firmly press the emblem/nameplate in place in order to ensure proper adhesion.