GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

    Notice: Use of harsh chemicals when cleaning can damage exterior lamps. Suggested cleaners are a mild soap and water, or Varnish Makers and Painters (VM&P) Naptha. VM&P Naptha is a specific type of naptha and should not be substituted by any other naptha.

  1. Wash the affected panel area using soap and water.
  2. Wipe the panel dry.
  3. Use 3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner 08984 or the equivalent in order to remove all traces of adhesive from the body panel and the back of the molding.
  4. Wipe the panel using a clean cloth and an alcohol/water mixture.

  5. Object Number: 276856  Size: SH
  6. Use a length of masking tape or magnetic strip in order to mark the proper position of the following components:
  7. • The molding (1,2)
    • The nameplate

    Object Number: 276858  Size: SH
  8. Use a length of masking tape or magnetic strip in order to mark the proper position of the emblem.

  9. Object Number: 276863  Size: SH
  10. Use a length of masking tape or magnetic strip in order to mark the proper position of the nameplate.