Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement w/o B57
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 (1) where the emblem/nameplate (2) 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:
• | 24 mm (0.94 in) (a) from the horizontal edge of the rear compartment lid |
• | 209 mm (8.23 in) (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 (2).
- Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks (1) 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.
Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement with B57
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 (1) where the emblem/nameplate (2) 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:
• | 32 mm (1.25 in) (a) from the horizontal edge of the rear compartment lid |
• | 41 mm (1.61 in) (b) from the vertical edge of the rear compartment lid |
• | 162 mm (6.38 in) (c) from the vertical edge of the rear compartment lid |
• | 10 mm (0.39 in) (d) from the vertical edges of the Cadillac and CTS emblem |
• | 33 mm (1.30 in) (e) from the horizontal 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 (2).
- Position the emblem/nameplate to the location marks (1) 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.