Special Tools

J 25070 Heat Gun

1. Heat the weld join molding, using a heat gun J 25070 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.

Apply the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.

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

2. To remove the weld joint molding from the roof, begin at one end and use a small plastic flat-bladed tool. Lift the weld joint molding away from the weld joint.



3. Remove all adhesive from the body panel using 3M™ Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501 or equivalent.
4. Clean the body panel using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha.

1. Warm the body panel with J 25070 to a minimum of 21°C (70°F).
2. Remove 5 or 6 in of the protective liner at the front edge of the weld joint molding.
3. Align and center the front edge of the weld joint molding with the front edge of the weld joint.
4. Use hand pressure to press the weld joint molding into place.
5. Continue to remove the protective liner from the molding, centering the molding and pressing it into the weld joint.
6. Hand roll the loose ends.