Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement. Chevrolet Malibu 2006

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2006 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Body 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement

Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement Base

Removal Procedure

When replacing an emblem/nameplate, do the following:

•	Use tape to protect the mounting surface during removal.

•	Use tape for alignment marks for installation of the emblem/nameplate.

To remove an emblem/nameplate, heat the emblem/nameplate using a heat gun.
Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds, holding the heat gun approximately 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.

Notice: Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to prevent paint damage when removing an emblem/name plate.

Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to remove the emblem/nameplate from the panel surface.
When replacing, remove all adhesive as follows:

•	For body panels, use a 3M™ Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501, or equivalent.

•	For plastic panels, use a lint free cloth and Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) Naphtha or a 50/50 mixture, by volume of isopropyl alcohol and water to remove the adhesive.

Installation Procedure

Important: Apply the emblem/nameplate in an environment that is free from dust or other dirt that could come into contact with the sticky backing. Foreign material may cause improper adhesion.

Clean the area where the emblem/nameplate will be installed.

Use a lint free cloth and VMP Naphtha or a 50/50 mixture, by volume of isopropyl alcohol and water to clean the area.

Dry the area thoroughly.
If the location of the liftgate emblem/nameplate has not been marked, apply tape and use the following dimensions:

•	Dimension A is 44 mm (1.75 in).

•	Dimension B is 47 mm (1.8 in).

•	Dimension C is 250 mm (10 in).

•	Dimension D is 44 mm (1.75 in).

•	Dimension E is 125 mm (5 in).

Use a heat gun to heat the mounting surface to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F).
Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately 29-32°C (85-90°F).

Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing on the emblem/nameplate.

Remove the protective liner from the back of the emblem/name plate.
Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks and press the emblem/nameplate to the mounting surface.
Apply equal pressure along the emblem/nameplate to uniformly bond the item to the mounting surface.
Remove the protective tape from the mounting surface.

Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement Extended Sedan SS

Callout	Component Name
1	Extended Sedan Rear Compartment Lid Plate Assembly (SS) Notice: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice in the Preface section. Procedure When removing protective liners from adhesive backed emblems/nameplates, be careful not to touch the tape with hands and do not allow the tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion. Use a J 25070 or equivalent to remove the old emblem/nameplate. Clean all the adhesive residue from the rear compartment lid, wipe the surface dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to installing the new SS emblem/nameplate. Close the rear hatch prior to installing the emblem/nameplate. Press the emblem firmly to the rear compartment lid to ensure full adhesion.

Callout

Component Name

Extended Sedan Rear Compartment Lid Plate Assembly (SS)

Notice: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice in the Preface section.

Procedure

When removing protective liners from adhesive backed emblems/nameplates, be careful not to touch the tape with hands and do not allow the tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion.
Use a J 25070 or equivalent to remove the old emblem/nameplate. Clean all the adhesive residue from the rear compartment lid, wipe the surface dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to installing the new SS emblem/nameplate.
Close the rear hatch prior to installing the emblem/nameplate.
Press the emblem firmly to the rear compartment lid to ensure full adhesion.