Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement Legacy
Removal Procedure
- When replacing an emblem/nameplate, do the following:
1.1. | Use tape to protect the mounting surface during removal. |
1.2. | 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 (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.
- 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.