Tools Required
J 25070 Heat Gun
Removal Procedure
Important: Apply the tape for protection and alignment marks for alignment of the
new emblem/nameplate.
- Apply the tape to the area around the emblem/nameplate.
- Heat the emblem/nameplate
using the J 25070
. Apply
the heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds holding the heat
gun 152 mm (6 in) from the surface.
- Remove the emblem/nameplate from the surface using a small plastic
flat-bladed tool, being careful not to damage the paint.
- When replacing a emblem/nameplate, remove all adhesive as follows:
• | For body panels use a
3M™ Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07502
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.
- Ensure the area where
the emblem/nameplate will be installed is clean and dry.
- If the location of the
emblem/nameplate has not been marked apply tape and use the following dimensions:
• | 88 mm (+/- 2 mm) (a) from the
horizontal edge of the rear compartment lid |
• | 20 mm (+/- 2 mm) (b) from the
vertical edge of the rear compartment lid |
- Heat the mounting surface
to approximately 27-41°C (80-105°F) using the J 25070
, if necessary.
- Ensure that the temperature of the emblem/nameplate is approximately
29-32°C (85-90°F).
Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing of the emblem/nameplate.
- Remove the protective
liner from the back of the emblem/nameplate.
- 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.
- Inspect the emblem/nameplate for bonding.
Hand roll loose ends.
- Remove the tape from the mounting surface.